Browse quotes by category
Thousands of quotes organised by category, author, and topic. Every entry comes with attribution and, where possible, a plain-language meaning—so you leave with an idea you can actually use, not just a phrase to copy.
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“The function of socialism is to raise suffering to a higher level.”
Meaning: A critical perspective on political ideology. -
“The highest function of art is to inspire.”
Meaning: Art should motivate and elevate human experience. -
“Religion is what keeps the poor from murdering the rich.”
Meaning: A controversial observation about social control. -
“Men are moved by two levers only: fear and self-interest.”
Meaning: Human behavior is often driven by basic motivations. -
“Glory is fleeting, but obscurity is forever.”
Meaning: Fame is temporary, but being forgotten is lasting. -
“Hard work never brings fatigue. It brings satisfaction.”
Meaning: Effort leads to fulfillment rather than exhaustion when driven by purpose. -
“Once we decide we have to do something, we can go miles ahead.”
Meaning: Determination is the key driver of progress and achievement. -
“We are what our thoughts have made us; so take care about what you think.”
Meaning: Thoughts shape identity and future outcomes. -
“Good governance is putting people at the center of development.”
Meaning: True governance focuses on improving citizens’ lives. -
“Dreams are not those which we see while sleeping, but dreams are those that do not let us sleep.”
Meaning: True ambition keeps you awake and driven. -
“The power of 125 crore Indians is unimaginable.”
Meaning: Collective strength of people can achieve great things. -
“Each one of us has both; good and evil virtues. Those who decide to focus on the good ones succeed in life.”
Meaning: Focusing on positive qualities leads to success. -
“India should walk on her own shadow—we must have our own development model.”
Meaning: Self-reliance is key to national growth. -
“We must move from 'development of villages' to 'development in villages'.”
Meaning: Growth should happen within rural areas, not just for them. -
“The black swan: the impact of the highly improbable.”
Meaning: Rare and unpredictable events can have massive consequences. -
“We don't learn that much from success as we learn from failure.”
Meaning: Failure provides deeper lessons than success. -
“The three most harmful addictions are heroin, carbohydrates, and a monthly salary.”
Meaning: Dependence on comfort can limit freedom and growth. -
“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.”
Meaning: Success often results from readiness combined with timing. -
“If you see fraud and do not say fraud, you are a fraud.”
Meaning: Silence in the face of wrongdoing is complicity.
