There is nothing like returning to a place that remains unchanged to find the ways in which you yourself have altered – Nelson Mandela

I am confident that nobody… will accuse me of selfishness if I ask to spend time, while I am still in good health, with my family, my friends and also with myself – Nelson Mandela

I cannot conceive of Israel withdrawing if Arab states do not recognize Israel, within secure borders – Nelson Mandela

There are many people who feel that it is useless and futile to continue talking about peace and non-violence against a government whose only reply is savage attacks on an unarmed and defenceless people – Nelson Mandela

Real leaders must be ready to sacrifice all for the freedom of their people – Nelson Mandela

Any man or institution that tries to rob me of my dignity will lose – Nelson Mandela