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Family Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

“All humanity is one undivided and indivisible family, and each one of us is responsible for the misdeeds of all the others. I cannot detach myself from the wickedest soul.” quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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“All humanity is one undivided and indivisible family, and each one of us is responsible for the misdeeds of all the others. I cannot detach myself from the wickedest soul.”

Mahatma Gandhi

About This Quote

Source Speech: 1947 Independence Address, India

Humanity is a single family; we share responsibility for each other's actions.

In simple terms: We all belong to one family and must own each other's deeds.

Key Takeaway

Act with collective responsibility.

Themes

responsibility humanity interconnectedness

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • community service
  • conflict resolution
  • environmental activism
  • human rights advocacy

Key Concepts

ethics social duty collective conscience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice shared responsibility daily?
  • What limits exist to collective accountability?
A Different Perspective

Responsibility can be overwhelming; individuals may feel powerless.

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