Arches Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“All great religions have rightly regarded kama as the arch-enemy of man, anger or hatred coming only in the second place.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Indian National Congress, 1930
Kama (desire) is seen as the primary enemy of humanity, with anger following it as a secondary foe.
In simple terms: Desire is the main threat, anger follows.
Key Takeaway
Control desire to prevent anger.
Themes
spirituality
ethics
human nature
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
Buddhism
Hinduism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does desire lead to anger?
- Can desire be harnessed constructively?
A Different Perspective
Desire can be redirected positively, not eliminated.
