A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Quotes

• “The world has today 546 nuclear plants generating electricity. Their experience is being continuously researched, and fe...”
• “My message, especially to young people is to have courage to think differently, courage to invent, to travel the unexplo...”
• “Where there is righteousness in the heart, there is beauty in the character. When there is beauty in the character, ther...”
• “Real education enhances the dignity of a human being and increases his or her self-respect. If only the real sense of ed...”
• “It's when children are 15, 16 or 17 that they decide whether they want to be a doctor, an engineer, a politician or go t...”
• “When we tackle obstacles, we find hidden reserves of courage and resilience we did not know we had. And it is only when ...”
• “Why are we, as a nation so obsessed with foreign things? Is it a legacy of our colonial years? We want foreign televisio...”
• “English is necessary as at present original works of science are in English. I believe that in two decades times origina...”
• “Where do the evils like corruption arise from? It comes from the never-ending greed. The fight for corruption-free ethic...”
• “If a country is to be corruption free and become a nation of beautiful minds, I strongly feel there are three key societ...”
• “Where there is righteousness in the heart, there is harmony in the house; when there is harmony in the house, there is o...”
• “Science is global. Einstein's equation, E=mc2, has to reach everywhere. Science is a beautiful gift to humanity, we shou...”
• “Teaching is a very noble profession that shapes the character, caliber, and future of an individual. If the people remem...”
• “Let me define a leader. He must have vision and passion and not be afraid of any problem. Instead, he should know how to...”
• “For success of any mission, it is necessary to have creative leadership. Creative leadership is vital for government, no...”
• “We have not invaded anyone. We have not conquered anyone. We have not grabbed their land, their culture, their history a...”
• “Educationists should build the capacities of the spirit of inquiry, creativity, entrepreneurial and moral leadership amo...”
• “One lesson that every nation can learn from China is to focus more on creating village-level enterprises, quality health...”
• “In a democracy, the well-being, individuality and happiness of every citizen is important for the overall prosperity, pe...”
• “God, our Creator, has stored within our minds and personalities, great potential strength and ability. Prayer helps us t...”
• “Look at the sky. We are not alone. The whole universe is friendly to us and conspires only to give the best to those who...”
• “Science has revealed that the human body is made up of millions and millions of atoms... For example, I am made up of 5....”
• “The purpose of education is to make good human beings with skill and expertise... Enlightened human beings can be create...”
• “If four things are followed - having a great aim, acquiring knowledge, hard work, and perseverance - then anything can b...”
• “All wars signify the failure of conflict resolution mechanisms, and they need post-war rebuilding of faith, trust and co...”
• “Unless India stands up to the world, no one will respect us. In this world, fear has no place. Only strength respects st...”
• “Ultimately, education in its real sense is the pursuit of truth. It is an endless journey through knowledge and enlighte...”
• “Regarding marriage, it - somehow, it didn't happen. One fellow in such a big family not getting married is not an issue.”
• “I firmly believe that unless one has tasted the bitter pill of failure, one cannot aspire enough for success.”
• “Climbing to the top demands strength, whether it is to the top of Mount Everest or to the top of your career.”
• “My view is that at a younger age your optimism is more and you have more imagination etc. You have less bias.”
• “Life is a difficult game. You can win it only by retaining your birthright to be a person.”
• “No religion has mandated killing others as a requirement for its sustenance or promotion.”
• “You see, God helps only people who work hard. That principle is very clear.”
• “Medical costs are of concern, both in developing and developed countries.”
• “The youth need to be enabled to become job generators from job seekers.”
• “As a child of God, I am greater than anything that can happen to me.”
• “Science is a beautiful gift to humanity we should not distort it.”
• “Great teachers emanate out of knowledge, passion and compassion.”
• “In India we only read about death, sickness, terrorism, crime.”
• “Poetry comes from the highest happiness or the deepest sorrow.”
• “Do we not realize that self respect comes with self reliance?”
• “For me, there is no such thing as a negative experience.”
• “Great dreams of great dreamers are always transcended.”
• “War is never a lasting solution for any problem.”
• “I was willing to accept what I couldn't change.”
• “If we are not free, no one will respect us.”
• “A teacher should have a creative mind.”
• “Small aim is a crime have great aim.”