Bible Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“The Gita is not only my Bible and my Koran, it is more than that, it is my mother.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Gandhi on Spirituality, 1930
He equates his religious texts with a mother, emphasizing deep personal reverence and guidance.
In simple terms: His holy books are like a mother to him.
Key Takeaway
Treat sacred teachings with love and respect.
Themes
spirituality
faith
personal devotion
interfaith
identity
Mood
reverent
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- interfaith dialogue
- ethical living
- cultural education
Key Concepts
religious reverence
maternal metaphor
cultural synthesis
Questions to Reflect On
- What does treating a text as a mother change your relationship to it?
- How can we honor multiple traditions together?
A Different Perspective
Religious texts can also be sources of conflict when interpreted rigidly.
