To deny people their human rights is to challenge their very humanity – Nelson Mandela

No country can really develop unless its citizens are educated – Nelson Mandela

I was not a messiah, but an ordinary man who had become a leader because of extraordinary circumstances – Nelson Mandela

Unlike some politicians, I can admit to a mistake – Nelson Mandela

I can’t pretend that I’m brave and that I can beat the whole world – Nelson Mandela

Courageous people do not fear forgiving, for the sake of peace – Nelson Mandela