In a live phone interview on CNN this afternoon, the 68-year-old political veteran conceded that it will be difficult to speak up from a prison cell.
"I am encouraged however, by the spirit of Malaysians who have risen up in support of the opposition.
"Such support is also putting prime minister (Datuk Seri) Najib (Razak) under siege, with the allegations of corruption and scandal. But instead of addressing them, he thought it better to silence the opposition instead," Anwar told CNN.
Asked by CNN if he was concerned that opposition supporters may take to the streets, resulting in clashes with security forces, Anwar said he hoped for peaceful protests.
"We have seen disasters affecting the Muslim world. I will, therefore, not condone any violent means of protests.
"However, we know that violence is also perpetuated by the institutions and those in power, using their security apparatus. So both sides must exercise restraint. Still, Malaysians must have the right to express themselves," he said.
"Naturally, my supporters are enraged. But they also believe in the rule of law and democracy and so, will not allow the hypocrites to continue to act with impunity to punish the opposition."
With criticisms from the international community pouring in against the court's decision, CNN posed the possibility that pressure could be applied by diplomatic circles on the Malaysian government over Anwar's conviction.
The 68-year-old Anwar agreed that such pressure will be most welcome, saying it is "because the government has not observed the basic rules of justice. It was clearly a fabrication. There was no consideration to the arguments placed by my counsel."
Anwar also reserved his strongest words for the bench led by Chief Justice Tun Arifin Zakaria.
"It is disgusting for the judiciary, with the chance to redeem themselves, to right the wrongs of the past, but choosing instead to remain on the dark side, and drown their morals and scruples in the sea of falsehood and subterfuge," Anwar told CNN.
When asked if he had run out of options, the PKR leader accepted his fate saying: "it is a price I have to pay.
"I thank Malaysians and all supporters of democracy. I will continue to fight for freedom and justice. I will never surrender.
"The Pakatan Rakyat had a meeting on Sunday, where there was a clear and categorical
pledge to continue the struggle assuming that I return to jail.
"There was a commitment based on the common agenda, policies and programmes. We have coordinated our work with the civil society, those who believe in democracy, freedom and justice."
He also said the coalition will meet again today, denying any disarray among the coalition partners.
"On the contrary, we made a decision to meet immediately upon a conviction. During our presidential council meeting on Sunday, there were options either for (Datin Seri) Wan Azizah (Wan Ismail) to chair and coordinate the future meetings or for the presidents of the parties to take turns.
"So, there was some discussion and decisions but it was not announced in full," Anwar told CNN.