Blind Quote by Desmond Tutu
““in the sentiment of Mahatma Gandhi, when we practice the law of an eye for an eye, we all end up blind.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Human Rights Advocacy, 2000s
Criticizes retaliation, arguing that responding to violence with violence harms all parties.
In simple terms: Violence begets blindness.
Key Takeaway
Choose non‑violent responses.
Themes
peace
justice
violence
ethics
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
ethical
motivational
When to use this quote
- activism
- conflict resolution
- legal reform
Key Concepts
Mahatma Gandhi
eye for an eye
Questions to Reflect On
- Can forgiveness replace justice?
- What are limits of non‑violence?
A Different Perspective
May overlook self‑defense needs.
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![“I still think that the point of reference for every Indian when he is in doubt on any political or social issue is to say, "What would [Mahatma] Gandhi have done under the circumstances?" I didn't subscribe to his fads - prohibition, celibacy, no doctors - but generally he was always right. He…” quote by Khushwant Singh](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f18/khushwant-singh-9061_celibacy_i-still-think-that-the-point-of-referenc_555178.jpg)
