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Jawaharlal Nehru

Jawaharlal Nehru (1889–1964) was an Indian statesman, leader of the Indian National Congress and the first Prime Minister of independent India, serving from 1947 to 1964. He advocated secularism, democracy and nonalignment; the quoted line reflects his view of fate versus individual action.

Quotes: 3

Quotes by Jawaharlal Nehru

Life is like a game of cards. The hand that is dealt you represents determinism; the way you play it represents free will. — Jawaharlal Nehru

Dealt by Fate, Played by Free Will

Nehru’s image draws us to a card table where chance sets the opening terms while choice shapes the arc of play. The dealt hand fixes limits—no one bluffs a void into a royal flush—yet it also reveals possibilities that u...

Created on: 9/30/2025

In struggle lies the secret of strength. — Jawaharlal Nehru

Struggle as the Source of True Strength

Jawaharlal Nehru’s statement points to a timeless truth: genuine strength does not materialize in the absence of adversity. Rather, it is through experiencing and overcoming struggle that individuals discover their deepe...

Created on: 7/8/2025

Success often comes to those who dare and act; it seldom goes to the timid who are ever afraid of the consequences. — Jawaharlal Nehru

Success Comes to the Daring - Jawaharlal Nehru

This quote highlights the idea that success is often achieved by those who have the courage to take risks and act upon their goals, rather than waiting for the perfect moment or fearing failure.

Created on: 8/17/2024