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
Anger and intolerance are the enemies of correct understanding.
Interpretation
Anger and intolerance hinder our ability to understand others and the world around us.
This quote emphasizes the importance of remaining calm and open-minded in our interactions with others. When we allow anger and intolerance to take hold, we create barriers that prevent us from grasping the true nature of situations and the perspectives of others, ultimately leading to misunderstandings and conflict.
In practice
During a debate, one might quote Gandhi to emphasize the need for calm discussion despite differing opinions.
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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