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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I reject any religious doctrine that does not appeal to reason and is in conflict with morality.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Gandhi emphasizes the importance of rationality and morality in evaluating religious beliefs.
In this quote, Mahatma Gandhi expresses his rejection of religious teachings that lack logical reasoning or contradict moral values. He advocates for a personal approach to faith, suggesting that belief systems should harmonize with human ethics and rational thought, fostering a faith that is both reasonable and morally sound.
Themes
ReasonMoralityReligionFaithBelief
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the intersection of faith and ethics.
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