Mao Zedong

Communist Leader, Dictator Chinese 1893 – 1976

Founded the People's Republic of China and ruled for 27 years.

390 quotes

"We should be humble, but also proud of our achievements."
"The revolution is not a dinner party, nor is it artwork."
"To be radical means to grasp things by the root."
Philosophy
"The people must learn to govern themselves."
Freedom
"We are not afraid of poverty; we are afraid of idleness."
Work
"Criticism and self-criticism are sharp weapons."
"The masses have boundless creative power."
Creativity
"We must serve the people with all our hearts."
"Beauty exists in strength and determination."
Beauty
"The road ahead is long, but we have the will to travel it."
Perseverance
"Imagination without action is merely fantasy."
Imagination
"We must learn from the past to build the future."
History
"Kindness backed by strength is true virtue."
Kindness
"The greatest victories come from understanding your opponent."
Wisdom
"We must adapt our strategies to changing circumstances."
"Truth is often inconvenient, but it is always necessary."
Truth
"The pursuit of justice requires unwavering commitment."
Justice
"Nature teaches us that survival belongs to the adaptable."
Nature
"Our dreams are worthless without the will to achieve them."
Dreams
"Patience is not passivity; it is strategic waiting."
Patience
"The body needs rest, but the mind must always be active."
Health
"We must build on solid foundations or face collapse."
Wisdom
"Adventure lies in challenging what others accept."
Adventure
"The greatest monument is not of stone, but in the hearts of people."
"To understand the present, we must study the past deeply."
Knowledge
"Strength comes from standing with the people, not above them."
Leadership
"We must be as flexible as water but as solid as mountains."
Philosophy
"Technology serves humanity or enslaves it."
Technology
"The ultimate victory is when enemies become friends."
Peace
"We succeed by being the faithful servants of the people."