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Character Quote by Abhijit Naskar

“Non-violent resistance to evil is a quintessential element of the character of a real human being. If someone does wrong to me, I may be physically capable of breaking his jaw with one blow of my fist, but such violent reciprocation does not define the strength of my character as a real human…” quote by Abhijit Naskar
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““Non-violent resistance to evil is a quintessential element of the character of a real human being. If someone does wrong to me, I may be physically capable of breaking his jaw with one blow of my fist, but such violent reciprocation does not define the strength of my character as a real human being. If I succeed in resisting my limbic urge to do harm in return, then only can I be hailed as human being of real character.””

Abhijit Naskar

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview on Non‑Violent Resistance, 2020

True strength lies in restraining the impulse to retaliate, showing moral character beyond physical power.

In simple terms: Resisting revenge shows real character.

Key Takeaway

Choose restraint over retaliation.

Themes

ethics self‑control character non‑violence

Mood

reflective determined

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal conflict
  • justice system
  • online harassment
  • family disputes

Key Concepts

moral philosophy psychology of aggression courage

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you manage anger when provoked?
  • What habits foster compassionate responses?
A Different Perspective

Physical power alone does not prove moral strength.

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