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“It always seems impossible until it's done.”
― Nelson Mandela

“Lead from the back — and let others believe they are in front.”
― Nelson Mandela

“Do not judge me by my successes, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.”
― Nelson Mandela

“No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.”
― Nelson Mandela, Long Walk to Freedom

“Courage is not the absence of fear — it s inspiring others to move beyond it.”
― Nelson Mandela

“Appearances matter — and remember to smile.”
― Nelson Mandela

“In my country we go to prison first and then become President. ”
― Nelson Mandela

“A winner is a dreamer who never gives up”
― Nelson Mandela

“Know your enemy — and learn about his favorite sport.”
― Nelson Mandela

“Let there be justice for all. Let there be peace for all. Let there be work, bread, water and salt for all. Let each know that for each the body, the mind and the soul have been freed to fulfill themselves.”
― Nelson Mandela

“Keep your friends close but your enemies closer.”
― Mario Puzo

“We must use time creatively, and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right.”
― Nelson Mandela