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Believe Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

“If I were asked to define the Hindu creed, I should simply say: Search after truth through non-violent means. A man may not believe in God and still call himself a Hindu. Hinduism is a relentless pursuit after truth... Hinduism is the religion of truth. Truth is God. Denial of God we have known…” quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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“If I were asked to define the Hindu creed, I should simply say: Search after truth through non-violent means. A man may not believe in God and still call himself a Hindu. Hinduism is a relentless pursuit after truth... Hinduism is the religion of truth. Truth is God. Denial of God we have known. Denial of truth we have not known.”

Mahatma Gandhi

About This Quote

Hinduism seeks truth through non‑violence, equating truth with divinity, regardless of belief in God.

In simple terms: Hinduism pursues truth non‑violently, seeing truth as God.

Key Takeaway

Seek truth with compassion.

Themes

spirituality truth non‑violence religion

Mood

peaceful inquisitive

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • interfaith dialogue
  • personal meditation
  • social activism

Key Concepts

philosophical pursuit ethical living

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines truth for you?
  • How can non‑violence address injustice?
A Different Perspective

Non‑violence may be challenged by real threats.

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