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“Violence will prevail over violence, only when someone can prove to me that darkness can be dispelled by darkness” quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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“Violence will prevail over violence, only when someone can prove to me that darkness can be dispelled by darkness”

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.

He suggests that only when darkness is met with darkness can it be overcome, implying a cycle of violence.

In simple terms: Violence be be met with violence.

Key Takeaway

Avoid retaliating with violence.

Themes

peace violence morality

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • social movements
  • personal ethics

Key Concepts

non‑violence ethical paradox

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is violence ever justified?
  • How can we break cycles of retaliation?
A Different Perspective

Non‑violence may be more effective than retaliation.

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