Nelson Mandela Quotes

Money won't create success, the freedom to make it... -Nelson Mandela

Money won't create success, the freedom to make it will.

I dream of the realization of the unity of Africa, whereby its leaders combine in their efforts to solve the problems of this continent. I dream of our vast deserts, of our forests, of all our great wildernesses.

If the United States of America or Britain is having elections, they don't ask for observers from Africa or from Asia. But when we have elections, they want observers.

I dream of an Africa which is in peace with itself.

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The quote expresses a vision or aspiration for an Africa that is internally harmonious and at peace. It suggests a desire for unity, stability, and cooperation within the continent. It conveys the hope for peaceful coexistence and prosperity among African nations.

Our human compassion binds us the one to the other - not in pity or patronizingly, but as human beings who have learnt how to turn our common suffering into hope for the future.

Before I went to jail, I was active in politics as a member of South Africa's leading organization - and I was generally busy from 7 A.M. until midnight. I never had time to sit and think.

Sabotage did not involve loss of life, and it offered the best hope for future race relations. Bitterness would be kept to a minimum and, if the policy bore fruit, democratic government could become a reality.

For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.

I would wear the blue overalls of the fieldworker and often wore round, rimless glasses known as Mazzawati teaglasses. I had a car, and I wore a chauffeur's cap with my overalls. The pose of chauffeur was convenient because I could travel under the pretext of driving my master's car.

Let there be work, bread, water and salt for all.

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This quote advocates for basic necessities to be available to everyone, regardless of their circumstances. It implies that by ensuring equitable access to essential resources such as work, food, water, and basic comforts, society can contribute to peace and alleviate conflicts arising from deprivation or inequality.

If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart.

A good leader can engage in a debate frankly and thoroughly, knowing that at the end he and the other side must be closer, and thus emerge stronger. You don't have that idea when you are arrogant, superficial, and uninformed.

I should tie myself to no particular system of soc... -Nelson Mandela

I should tie myself to no particular system of society other than of socialism.

There can be no keener revelation of a society's s... -Nelson Mandela

There can be no keener revelation of a society's soul than the way in which it treats its children.

Forget the past.

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Emphasizes the importance of letting go of past events, experiences, or grievances, suggesting that dwelling on the past can hinder personal growth, happiness, or fulfillment, implying that focusing on the present and future is crucial for moving forward in life.

There is no such thing as part freedom.

Without education, your children can never really meet the challenges they will face. So it's very important to give children education and explain that they should play a role for their country.

I will not leave South Africa, nor will I surrender. Only through hardship, sacrifice and militant action can freedom be won. The struggle is my life. I will continue fighting for freedom until the end of my days.

Never, never and never again shall it be that this beautiful land will again experience the oppression of one by another.

Let freedom reign. The sun never set on so gloriou... -Nelson Mandela

Let freedom reign. The sun never set on so glorious a human achievement.

It is better to lead from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then people will appreciate your leadership.

Give a child love, laughter and peace, not AIDS.

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The quote emphasizes the importance of providing children with love, joy, and a peaceful environment, highlighting the need for their well-being and protection. It draws attention to the contrast between nurturing positive experiences and ensuring their safety and health, as opposed to the devastating impact of diseases such as AIDS. It underscores the significance of safeguarding children's welfare and happiness.

Communists have always played an active role in the fight by colonial countries for their freedom, because the short-term objects of Communism would always correspond with the long-term objects of freedom movements.

There are so many men and women who hold no distinctive positions but whose contribution towards the development of society has been enormous.

Whatever position I occupied, it was the result of colleagues - of my comrades in the movement - who had decided in their wisdom to use me for the purpose of focusing the attention of the country and the international community on me.

If you want to make peace with your enemy, you have to work with your enemy. Then he becomes your partner.

The names of Dingane and Bambata, Hintsa and Makana, Squngthi and Dalasile, Moshoeshoe and Sekhukhuni, were praised as the glory of the entire African nation. I hoped then that life might offer me the opportunity to serve my people and make my own humble contribution to their freedom struggle.

Our single most important challenge is therefore to help establish a social order in which the freedom of the individual will truly mean the freedom of the individual.

There is no easy walk to freedom anywhere, and many of us will have to pass through the valley of the shadow of death again and again before we reach the mountaintop of our desires.

If there are dreams about a beautiful South Africa, there are also roads that lead to their goal. Two of these roads could be named Goodness and Forgiveness.

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