Happiness eludes us if we run after it.

When a man gives way to anger, he only harms himself.

A man who behaves like a beast is worse than the beast.

Deeds and seeds, take their own time to fructify.

Even a little untruth destroys a man, as a drop of poison ruins milk.

No joy can compare with joy of doing one’s duty quietly.

Faith is put to test when the situation is most difficult.

No man loses his freedom except through his own weakness.

There is goodness as well as greatness in simplicity, not in wealth.

The greatness of a person lies in his heart, not in his head; that is intellect.

Violence is the weapon of weak, non-violence that of the strong.

Sacrifice that causes pain is no sacrifice at all. True sacrifice is joy-giving and uplifting.

Selfless action is a source of strength.

Birth-control through self-restraint is the most desirable, sensible and totally harmless method.