Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar

Social Reformer Indian 1820 – 1891

Hindu scholar; advocated widow remarriage and education.

379 quotes

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."
Education
"The greatest religion is to be true to this life, to make the most of what is here and now."
Life
"Knowledge is the only true wealth."
Knowledge
"A man is not born great. He is made great by his own efforts."
Success
"True friendship is rare and precious."
Friendship
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but action in spite of fear."
Courage
"Wisdom lies in understanding the nature of things."
Wisdom
"The mind is like a garden; it must be cultivated."
Knowledge
"Success comes to those who persist despite obstacles."
Perseverance
"Love is the foundation of all human relations."
Love
"Change is the only constant in nature."
Change
"Hope is the light that guides us through darkness."
Hope
"Happiness is found in simple things and simple living."
Happiness
"Family is the pillar of society."
Family
"Truth always prevails in the end."
Truth
"Freedom is the birthright of every human being."
Freedom
"Peace comes from within, not from without."
Peace
"Nature teaches us lessons if we are willing to listen."
Nature
"Art is the expression of the soul."
Art
"Science seeks to understand the mysteries of existence."
Science
"Music is the language of the heart."
Music
"Faith gives strength to the weak."
Faith
"A true leader serves others before himself."
Leadership
"Work with dedication and excellence in all you do."
Work
"Dreams are the beginning of great achievements."
Dreams
"Humor lightens the burden of life."
Humor
"Beauty exists in all forms of creation."
Beauty
"Death is not the end, but a transformation."
Death
"Gratitude opens the door to happiness."
Gratitude
"Creativity is the spark of human progress."
Creativity