Appeals Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“To call woman the weaker sex is a libel; it is man's injustice to woman. If by strength is meant brute strength, then, indeed, is woman less brute than man. If by strength is meant moral power, then woman is immeasurably man's superior. Has she not greater intuition, is she not more self-sacrificing, has she not greater powers of endurance, has she not greater courage? Without her, man could not be. If nonviolence is the law of our being, the future is with woman. Who can make a more effective appeal to the heart than woman?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address on Gender Equality, 1931
Calling women weaker is false; women possess moral strength, intuition, endurance, and courage surpassing men.
In simple terms: Women have moral power and resilience.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and value women's strengths.
Themes
gender equality
justice
strength
morality
Mood
advocacy
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- leadership
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
moral power
intuition
endurance
courage
Questions to Reflect On
- What strengths do you see in women around you?
- How can society better honor women's contributions?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue physical strength still matters in certain contexts.
