To forgive is not to forget. The merit lies in loving in spite of the vivid knowledge that one that must be loved is not a friend. There is not merit in loving an enemy when you forget him for a friend.
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Ahimsa is the attribute of the soul, and therefore, to be practiced by everybody in all affairs of life. If it cannot be practiced in all departments, it has no practical value.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Ahimsa, or non-violence, is essential for true living and should be a guiding principle in all aspects of life.
This quote by Mahatma Gandhi emphasizes the importance of Ahimsa, or non-violence, as a fundamental attribute of the soul. It asserts that true practice of non-violence must permeate all areas of life; if it is selectively applied or ignored in any aspect, it loses its significance and practicality. Thus, a holistic approach to Ahimsa is necessary for genuine peace and ethical living.
Themes
AhimsaNon-ViolencePeaceSoulLifePractice
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about conflict resolution, one might cite this quote to emphasize non-violence as a core principle.
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