Bombs Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“The moral to be legitimately drawn from the supreme tragedy of the bomb is that it will not be destroyed by counter bombs even as violence cannot be by counter-violence.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Post‑World War II address, 1945
Violence cannot be stopped by more violence; true resolution requires non‑violent means.
In simple terms: Violence be not solve violence; choose peace.
Key Takeaway
Embrace non‑violent conflict resolution.
Themes
peace
violence
ethics
politics
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- civil rights movements
- international diplomacy
- community disputes
- activist training
Key Concepts
non‑violence
moral philosophy
strategic resistance
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives exist to violent retaliation?
- How can societies sustain non‑violent movements?
A Different Perspective
Non‑violent approaches may be slower and face opposition.
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