Break Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“Personally, I hold that a man, who deliberately and intelligently takes a pledge and then breaks it, forfeits his manhood.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Indian National Congress, 1930
Breaking a deliberately made pledge undermines personal integrity and masculinity.
In simple terms: Breaking promises damages honor.
Key Takeaway
Honor your word.
Themes
integrity
honor
masculinity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal relationships
- public office
Key Concepts
ethical responsibility
personal accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you keep promises even when inconvenient?
- How does breaking a promise affect your self‑view?
A Different Perspective
A pledge made without full commitment may be understandable.
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