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.
Mahatma GandhiRead
It is the acid test of nonviolence that in a nonviolent conflict there is no rancor left behind, and in the end the enemies are converted into friends.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Nonviolence transforms conflicts by fostering understanding and reconciliation without bitterness.
This quote by Mahatma Gandhi emphasizes that the true measure of nonviolent conflict resolution is its ability to eliminate resentment while transforming adversaries into allies. A successful nonviolent approach not only avoids physical violence but also nurtures positive relationships, leading to lasting peace and mutual respect.
Themes
NonviolenceConflictFriendshipPeaceTransformation
In practice
Example use cases
During a peace rally, this quote can be shared to inspire unity among diverse groups.
More from Mahatma Gandhi
All quotes βLove never claims, it ever gives. Love ever suffers, never resents never revenges itself.
Mahatma GandhiRead
Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.
Mahatma GandhiRead
The real test of nonviolence lies in its being brought in contact with those who have contempt for it.
Mahatma GandhiRead
Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.
Mahatma GandhiRead
The devotion of such titans of spirit as Lenin to an Ideal must bear fruit. The nobility of his selflessness will be an example through centuries to come, and his Ideal will reach perfection.
Mahatma GandhiRead
Similar quotes
When you find Peace within, you create a Peaceful world around you.
Louise HayRead
In many parts of the world the people are searching for a solution which would link the two basic values: peace and justice. The two are like bread and salt for mankind.
Lech WalesaRead
We know that peace is only possible when it is the fruit of justice. True peace is a profound transformation by means of the force of nonviolence that is the power of love.
Adolfo Perez EsquivelRead
Negotiation and discussion are the greatest weapons we have for promoting peace and development.
Nelson MandelaRead
We must have research for peace ... It would embrace the outstanding problems of morality. The time has come for man's intellect, his scientific method, to win over the immoral brutality and irrationality of war and militarism ... Now we are forced to eliminate from the world forever this vestige of prehistoric barbarism, this curse to the human race.
Linus PaulingRead
Lasting peace can come only to peaceful people.
Jawaharlal NehruRead