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Eye for eye and the world will go blind.

“Eye for eye and the world will go blind.” quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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“Eye for eye and the world will go blind.”

Mahatma Gandhi

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Retaliation leads to mutual blindness, perpetuating harm.

In simple terms: Revenge blinds everyone involved.

Key Takeaway

Choose forgiveness over revenge.

Themes

peace justice retribution

Mood

hopeful serious

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • conflict mediation
  • legal reform
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

non‑violence ethical philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you break the cycle of retaliation?
  • What alternatives exist to eye‑for‑eye?
A Different Perspective

Forgiveness can be difficult when injustice persists.

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