I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear. Nelson Mandela
If the United States of America or Britain is having elections, they don't ask for observers from Africa or from Asia. But when we have elections, they want observers. Nelson Mandela
If there are dreams about a beautiful South Africa, there are also roads that lead to their goal. Two of these roads could be named Goodness and Forgiveness. Nelson Mandela
If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart. Nelson Mandela
If you want to make peace with your enemy, you have to work with your enemy. Then he becomes your partner. Nelson Mandela
In my country we go to prison first and then become President. Nelson Mandela
It always seems impossible until its done. Nelson Mandela
It is better to lead from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then people will appreciate your leadership. Nelson Mandela
Let freedom reign. The sun never set on so glorious a human achievement. Nelson Mandela
Let there be work, bread, water and salt for all. Nelson Mandela