Nelson Mandela's Greatest Quotes
Words of inspiration from the South African leader.
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On Optimism - Nelson Mandela is one of the most beloved icons of our generation, as wise as he is brave and resolute. In anticipation of the upcoming biopic Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, we look back at some of the South African leader's greatest quotes. Mandela's thoughts on optimism always makes us feel ready to conquer the day. (Photo: The Weinstein Company)
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On Freedom - These words were surely as much an inspiration to Idris Elba, who plays Mandela in Long Walk to Freedom, as they have been to millions of South Africans. (Photo: The Weinstein Company)
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On Character - Mandela's values were his strongest weapon against Apartheid. (Photo: The Weinstein Company)
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On Friendship - Mandela's relationship with his wife and best friend Winnie Mandela, played by Naomie Harris, is at the heart of Long Walk to Freedom.(Photo: The Weinstein Company)
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On Differences - Nearly twenty years after the fall of Apartheid, Mandela still stands as our best example of unity. (Photo: The Weinstein Company)
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