Nelson Mandela Day: 7 Inspiring Quotes from the Leader

Jul 18, 2023, 06:14 IST

Tanisha Rajput

Nelson Mandela Day is marked on July 18, the birthday of the first Black president of South Africa, to honour the legacy of the anti-apartheid activist and freedom icon.

Here are some of Mandela's inspiring quotes:

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."

"It always seems impossible until it's done."

"One of the things I learned when I was negotiating was that until I changed myself, I could not change others."

"The first thing is to be honest with yourself. You can never have an impact on society if you have not changed yourself."

"A winner is a dreamer who never gives up."

"May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears."

"Everyone can rise above their circumstances and achieve success if they are dedicated to and passionate about what they do."

VIEW ALL