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 hold that without truth and nonviolence there can be nothing but destruction of humanity.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Truth and nonviolence are essential for the survival and thriving of humanity.
Mahatma Gandhi emphasizes the foundational role that truth and nonviolence play in ensuring the well-being of humanity. He suggests that without these principles, societal progress would inevitably lead to chaos and destruction, highlighting the need for moral integrity and peaceful coexistence.
Themes
TruthNonviolenceHumanityPeaceDestruction
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of peace movements.
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