Ahimsa Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“True ahimsa should mean a complete freedom from ill-will and anger and hate and an overflowing love for all.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nonviolent Resistance, 1947
True ahimsa is complete freedom from hatred, replaced by universal love for all beings.
In simple terms: Freedom from ill-will, overflowing love.
Cultivate compassion, release anger.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
- social activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice ahimsa daily?
- What obstacles arise when loving all?
Achieving total freedom from negative emotions is extremely challenging.