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“In former times the chief method of justifying the use of violence and thereby infringing the law of love was by claiming a divine right for the rulers: the Tsars, Sultans, Rajahs, Shahs and other heads of states.”

Quote by Leo Tolstoy

Book:A LETTER TO A HINDU (A Fascinating View on Love and Non-Violence): Including Correspondences with Gandhi & Letter to Ernest Howard Crosby

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A LETTER TO A HINDU (A Fascinating View on Love and Non-Violence): Including Correspondences with Gandhi & Letter to Ernest Howard Crosby

A LETTER TO A HINDU is a collection of letters that delve into the profound concepts of love and non-violence. The book features correspondence with the influential leader Mahatma Gandhi, offering insights into the thoughts and ideas of both individuals. Additionally, it includes a letter to Ernest Howard Crosby, providing further perspective on the subject matter. The letters collectively present a unique perspective on these themes, offering readers a glimpse into the personal reflections and philosophical musings of the authors. more

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Leo Tolstoy was a Russian writer and thinker, a prominent representative of 19th-century Russian literature. His works deeply revealed social contradictions and human nature, and had a profound impact on the world. more

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