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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Human society is a ceaseless growth, and unfoldment in terms of spirituality.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Gandhi emphasizes the continuous evolution of human society towards greater spiritual awareness.
This quote reflects Gandhi's belief that human society is not static but rather in a constant state of growth and development, particularly in the realm of spirituality. He suggests that as humanity progresses, there is an inherent drive to elevate our spiritual understanding and connections, highlighting the importance of personal and collective evolution in our quest for meaning and purpose.
Themes
GrowthSpiritualitySocietyEvolutionDevelopment
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about community development, one could quote Gandhi to stress the importance of spiritual growth in society.
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