"Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom." This quote highlights Bose's determination and willingness to sacrifice everything for the cause of freedom.
"Freedom is not given, it is taken." Bose believed that freedom cannot be granted by oppressors; it must be fought for and claimed by those who desire it.
"It does not matter who among us will live to see India free. It is enough that India shall be free and that we shall give our all to make her free." Bose emphasized the importance of the collective struggle for freedom, focusing on the greater goal rather than personal victories.
"No real change in history has ever been achieved by discussions." Bose believed in taking action and emphasized the need for decisive steps to bring about significant change.
"One individual may die for an idea, but that idea will, after his death, incarnate itself in a thousand lives." Bose understood the power of ideas and how they can inspire future generations to continue the fight for freedom.
"Nationalism is inspired by the highest ideals of the human race, satyam (truth), shivam (goodness), sundaram (beauty). Nationalism in India has... roused the creative faculties which for centuries had been lying dormant in our people."
"Forget not that the grossest crime is to compromise with injustice and wrong." Bose stressed the importance of standing up against injustice and not compromising on principles, even in the face of difficulties.
"India is calling. Blood is calling to blood. Get up, we have no time to lose. Take up your arms!" This quote reflects Bose's call to action and his belief in armed struggle as a means to achieve freedom.
"To awaken the people, it is the women who must be awakened. Once she is on the move, the family moves, the village moves, the nation moves." Bose recognized the significant role that women play in the fight for freedom and the importance of their active participation.
"We should have but one desire today, the desire to die so that India may live." Bose's words demonstrate his unwavering commitment to India's freedom, even if it meant sacrificing his own life.