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“Is it not enough to know the evil to shun it? If not, we should be sincere enough to admit that we love evil too well to give it up.” quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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“Is it not enough to know the evil to shun it? If not, we should be sincere enough to admit that we love evil too well to give it up.”

Mahatma Gandhi

About This Quote

Source Speech: “On the Nature of Evil”, 1938

Understanding evil is insufficient; one must acknowledge personal attraction to it before truly rejecting it.

In simple terms: Knowing evil isn’t enough; admit your own attraction.

Key Takeaway

Confront personal flaws to overcome them.

Themes

self‑reflection morality inner conflict

Mood

introspective serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • mindfulness practices
  • ethical debates

Key Concepts

psychology of evil ethical honesty

Questions to Reflect On

  • What aspects of “evil” do you find appealing?
  • How can you transform that attraction?
A Different Perspective

Denial of personal attraction can hinder moral growth.

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