“Ahimsa means infinite love, which again means infinite capacity for suffering.”
Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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The Penguin Gandhi Reader
This book is a compilation of key essays, speeches, and letters by Mahatma Gandhi, offering insights into his philosophy, political thought, and personal beliefs. more
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Mahatma Gandhi
A leader of the Indian independence movement, lawyer, politician, and social activist, Mahatma Gandhi is revered as the 'Father of the Nation'. He advocated for non-violence and unity between Hindus and Muslims, leading the Indian struggle for independence and profoundly influencing history both in India and around the world. more
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“Love in the sense of ahimsa has only a limited number of votaries in the world.”
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“The fullest application of ahimsa does make life impossible.”
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