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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A small body of determined spirits fired by an unquenchable faith in their mission can alter the course of history.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A dedicated group with strong belief can significantly impact history.
This quote by Mahatma Gandhi emphasizes the power of conviction and determination. It suggests that even a small number of individuals, driven by a profound faith in their mission, have the potential to create substantial change in the world and influence the trajectory of history in transformative ways.
Themes
DeterminationFaithHistoryChangeSpiritMission
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a community meeting to inspire local activism.
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