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Acts of service Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

“Marriage is not an act of services. It is a comfort man or woman seeks for himself or herself.” quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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“Marriage is not an act of services. It is a comfort man or woman seeks for himself or herself.”

Mahatma Gandhi

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public address, 1930

Marriage is presented as a mutual source of comfort rather than a transactional service, emphasizing personal fulfillment.

In simple terms: Marriage is about comfort, not service.

Key Takeaway

Seek mutual support in relationships.

Themes

relationships comfort mutuality personal fulfillment

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • personal growth
  • family planning

Key Concepts

social contract emotional intimacy gender roles

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does comfort mean to you in partnership?
  • How can partners balance service and comfort?
A Different Perspective

May overlook societal responsibilities of marriage.

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