Counter Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“Violence always thrived on counter violence.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nonviolent Resistance, 1930s, India
Violence be a violence, creating a cycle of retaliation that escalates conflict.
In simple terms: Violence breeds more violence.
Key Takeaway
Break the cycle by choosing nonviolence.
Themes
nonviolence
conflict
ethics
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- protests
- community disputes
- international diplomacy
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
cycle of retaliation
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies institutionalize nonviolent responses?
- What personal habits sustain nonviolent choices?
A Different Perspective
Nonviolence may be ignored or suppressed by aggressors.
