Principles must conquer in the long run, for that is the manhood of man.

We want the education by which character is formed, strength of mind is increased, the intellect is expanded, and by which one can stand on one's own feet.

Even books are nurses, medicines are nurses. But we must work to bring about the time when man shall recognise his mastery over his own body. Herbs and medicines have power over us as long as we allow them; when we become strong, these external methods are no more necessary.

We do not depend upon any external help in meditation.

The effect is delusion, and therefore the cause must be delusion.

It is contrary to our principles to multiply organizations, since, in all conscience, there are enough of them. And when organizations are created they need individuals to look after them.

Chârvâkas, a very ancient sect in India, were rank materialists.