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Personally, I hold that a man, who deliberately and…

“Personally, I hold that a man, who deliberately and intelligently takes a pledge and then breaks it, forfeits his manhood.” quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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“Personally, I hold that a man, who deliberately and intelligently takes a pledge and then breaks it, forfeits his manhood.”

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.

Breaking a deliberately made pledge undermines personal integrity and masculinity.

In simple terms: Breaking promises damages honor.

Key Takeaway

Honor your word.

Themes

integrity honor masculinity

Mood

reflective serious

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • personal relationships
  • public office

Key Concepts

ethical responsibility personal accountability

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you keep promises even when inconvenient?
  • How does breaking a promise affect your self‑view?
A Different Perspective

A pledge made without full commitment may be understandable.

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