Mandela Quotes by Nelson Mandela

10 Mandela quotes by Nelson Mandela

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These ten short utterances from Nelson Mandela capture the spirit of his legacy in a compact form. Each line reflects a facet of his enduring influence.

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A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination. --Nelson Mandela

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There will be life after Mandela. On my last day I want to know that those who remain behind will say: 'The…

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

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“When describing why the African National Congress took the fateful decision to give up on nonviolence and take up arms, Mandela writes…

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“ When you are young and strong...you can stay alive on your hatred"…but realized later "They can take everything from me except…

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Video screenshot Facts and figures from Nelson Mandela's life, set to the trailer from 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom.' "Man's goodness is…

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That was one of the things that worried me – to be raised to the position of a semi-god – because then…

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“A new world will be won not by those who stand at a distance with their arms folded, but by those who…

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“I cherish my own freedom dearly, but I care even more for your freedom. From a response to an offer of conditional…

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“Resentment is a method of self harm. "As I walked out the door toward the gate that would lead to my freedom,…

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