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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Strictly speaking, no activity and no industry is possible without a certain amount of violence, no matter how little. Even the very process of living is impossible without a certain amount of violence. What we have to do is to minimize it to the greatest extent possible.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the unavoidable presence of violence in all human activities and the importance of minimizing it.
Mahatma Gandhi's quote reveals a profound truth about the nature of human existence, suggesting that violence, in some form, is inherent in all activities and industries. He advocates for the recognition of this reality while emphasizing the moral responsibility to reduce it as much as possible, pointing towards a more peaceful and humane approach to life's challenges.
Themes
ViolenceLivingMinimizeActivityIndustry
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion on conflict resolution during a community meeting.
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