Law Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“Not violence, nor untruth but non-violence and Truth are the laws of our being.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1930s public address, 1931
True living follows non‑violence and truth as fundamental principles.
In simple terms: Live by non‑violence and truth.
Key Takeaway
Embrace truth and non‑violence.
Themes
peace
integrity
spirituality
Mood
serene
resolute
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- civil rights activism
- personal ethics
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
non‑violence
truth
law of being
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you uphold truth when pressured?
- When is non‑violence insufficient?
A Different Perspective
Non‑violence can be hard against violent oppression.
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