Indian independence activist and leader who played a key role in the peaceful resistance movement against British colonial rule
Measures must always in a progressive society be held superior to men, who are after all imperfect instruments, working for their fulfilment.
Confession of errors is like a broom which sweeps away the dirt and leaves the surface brighter and clearer. I feel stronger for confession.
Nobody can hurt me without my permission.
It is my own firm belief that the strength of the soul grows in proportion as you subdue the flesh.
When restraint and courtesy are added to strength, the latter becomes irresistible.
Morality is the basis of things and truth is the substance of all morality.
Even if you are a minority of one, the truth is the truth.
Truth stands, even if there be no public support. It is self-sustained.
Non-violence and truth are inseparable and presuppose one another.
I am a humble but very earnest seeker after truth.