Creed Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“Nonviolence to be a creed has to be all-pervasive.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nonviolent Resistance, 1930
Nonviolence must permeate every aspect of life to be a true creed.
In simple terms: Nonviolence must be everywhere.
Key Takeaway
Live nonviolently in all actions.
Themes
peace
ethics
activism
integrity
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- political movements
- conflict resolution
- daily decisions
Key Concepts
nonviolent philosophy
moral consistency
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice nonviolence when anger arises?
- What areas of life need more nonviolent approaches?
A Different Perspective
Nonviolence can be hard to maintain under provocation.
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