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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No one can ride on the back of a man unless it is bent.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that one can only exploit or take advantage of another if they are submissive or weakened.
Mahatma Gandhi's quote highlights the idea that oppression or exploitation is only possible when individuals allow themselves to be subjugated. A person can only dominate another if that person is in a vulnerable position, emphasizing the importance of resilience and strength in resisting such exploitation.
Themes
ExploitationOppressionStrengthResilienceSubmission
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about social justice to emphasize the need for individuals to stand firm against oppression.
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