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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We may never be strong enough to be entirely non-violent in thought, word and deed. But we must keep non-violence as our goal and make steady progress towards it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of striving for non-violence in all aspects of life, even if complete non-violence seems unattainable.
Mahatma Gandhi's quote reflects the ongoing struggle humanity faces in achieving true non-violence in our thoughts, words, and actions. He acknowledges that perfection may be out of reach but emphasizes the need to set non-violence as a goal and to diligently work towards it, fostering a culture of peace and understanding amidst conflicting emotions and circumstances.
Themes
Non-ViolencePeaceGoalStrivingProgress
In practice
Example use cases
During a peace rally, this quote could inspire participants to embrace non-violent methods.
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