Nelson Mandela

Rhetoric is not important. Actions are.

Nelson Mandela

Since the dawn of history, mankind has honoured and respected brave and honest people.

Nelson Mandela

Strong convictions are the secret of surviving deprivation; your spirit can be full even when your stomach is empty.

Nelson Mandela

Take it upon yourself where you live to make people around you joyful and full of hope.

Nelson Mandela

The anchor of all my dreams is the collective wisdom of mankind as a whole.

Nelson Mandela

The best weapon is to sit down and talk.

Nelson Mandela

The book that you hold in your hands is nothing short of a miracle.

Nelson Mandela

The day I am afraid to do, that is the day I am no longer fit to lead.

Nelson Mandela

The time comes in the life of any nation when there remain only two choices – submit or fight.

Nelson Mandela

The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow.

Nelson Mandela