Quotes by Kalam Sahab

  • Man needs his difficulties because they are necessary to enjoy success.
  • 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 dream and work.
  • You have to dream before your dreams can come true.
  • We should not give up and we should not allow the problem to defeat us.
  • Climbing to the top demands strength, whether it is to the top of Mount Everest or to the top of your career.
  • Unless India stands up to the world, no one will respect us. In this world, fear has no place. Only strength respects strength.
  • Great dreams of great dreamers are always transcended.
  • Educationists should build the capacities of the spirit of inquiry, creativity, entrepreneurial and moral leadership among students and become their role model.
  • Those who cannot work with their hearts achieve but a hollow, half-hearted success that breeds bitterness all around.
  • Be more dedicated to making solid achievements than in running after swift but synthetic happiness.

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