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“I have but shadowed forth my intense longing to lose myself in the Eternal and become merely a lump of clay in the Potter's divine hands so that my service may become more certain because uninterrupted by the baser self in me.”

Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

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Gandhi: Selected Writings

Gandhi: Selected Writings is a compilation of essays, speeches, and letters that showcase the thoughts and principles of the Indian leader Mahatma Gandhi. The book covers a range of topics, including non-violence, civil disobedience, and social reform, offering insights into Gandhi's approach to leadership and his vision for India's independence movement. more

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Mahatma Gandhi
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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