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 came to the conclusion long ago that all religions were true and that also that all had some error in them, and while I hold by my own religion, I should hold other religions as dear as Hinduism. So we can only pray, if we were Hindus, not that a Christian should become a Hindu; but our innermost prayer should be that a Hindu should become a better Hindu, a Muslim a better Muslim, and a Christian a better Christian.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Gandhi emphasizes the importance of respecting all religions while encouraging individuals to deepen their own faith.
In this quote, Mahatma Gandhi reflects on the inclusive nature of spirituality, suggesting that while he holds his own religion dear, he equally values all other faiths. He advocates for a prayer that encourages individuals to improve their own religious practices rather than seek conversion or superiority over others. This perspective promotes tolerance, respect, and the pursuit of personal growth within one's own beliefs.
Themes
ReligionSpiritualityToleranceRespectPersonal Growth
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote in an interfaith dialogue to promote understanding and respect among different religious beliefs.
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