A Satyagrahi loves his so-called enemy even as he loves his friend. He owns no enemy.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A Satyagrahi loves his so‑called enemy as much as a friend and claims no enemies.
- In plain terms
- The activist treats opponents with love, seeing them as friends.
- What can you take from it?
- Practice love toward those you oppose.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How realistic is unconditional love in conflict?
- What boundaries are needed?
Another view
Loving an opponent can be emotionally demanding and may not always be sincere.
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