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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Faith is the function of the heart.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Faith is an emotional and heartfelt belief rather than a purely rational one.
This quote by Mahatma Gandhi emphasizes that faith is not merely an intellectual agreement or understanding, but rather a deep-seated conviction that originates from the heart. It suggests that true faith is intertwined with our emotions and feelings, guiding us in our lives and decisions through a sense of trust and belief that transcends logical reasoning.
Themes
FaithHeartBeliefEmotionTrust
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about finding inner strength and resilience.
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