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Anger Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

“I know, to banish anger altogether from one's breast is a difficult task. It cannot be achieved through pure personal effort. It can be done only by God's grace.” quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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“I know, to banish anger altogether from one's breast is a difficult task. It cannot be achieved through pure personal effort. It can be done only by God's grace.”

Mahatma Gandhi

About This Quote

Source Speech: Nonviolent Resistance, 1930

Total eradication of anger requires divine assistance, not just personal will.

In simple terms: Anger can't be fully controlled alone.

Key Takeaway

Seek spiritual guidance to manage anger.

Themes

spirituality self‑control faith

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • spiritual practice
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

divine grace emotional regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can faith replace personal effort?
  • What role does community play in emotional healing?
A Different Perspective

Relying solely on self‑effort may be insufficient.

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