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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Ahimsa is the highest duty. Even if we cannot practice it in full, we must try to understand its spirit and refrain as far as is humanly possible from violence.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Ahimsa emphasizes non-violence as a fundamental moral principle, urging individuals to minimize harm to others.
Mahatma Gandhi's quote highlights the profound importance of ahimsa, or non-violence, as the highest moral duty that one can uphold. While full adherence to this principle may be challenging, the essence lies in the commitment to understanding its significance and striving to avoid causing harm to others, reflecting a deep respect for life and peace.
Themes
AhimsaNon-ViolencePeaceMoralityDuty
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about peace, one might say, 'As Mahatma Gandhi wisely pointed out, ahimsa is the highest duty.'
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