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 do feel that spiritual progress does demand at some stage that we should cease to kill our fellow creatures for the satisfaction of our bodily wants.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the moral obligation to stop harming other beings for personal satisfaction.
Mahatma Gandhi highlights a crucial aspect of spiritual growth, suggesting that true progress requires us to move beyond the instinct to harm other living beings simply to satisfy our own physical needs. This call for compassion urges individuals to reflect on their consumption choices and recognize the interconnectedness of all life, advocating for a more humane and empathetic approach towards fellow creatures.
Themes
SpiritualityCompassionProgressHumanityEthics
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech advocating for animal rights, this quote can illustrate the ethical implications of our diet.
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