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On all occasions of trial He has saved me. I know that the phrase 'God saved me' has a deeper meaning for me today, and still I feel that I have not yet grasped its entire meaning. Only richer experience can help me to a fuller understanding. But in all my trials - of a spiritual nature, as a lawyer, in conducting institutions, and in politics - I can say that God saved me. When every hope is gone, 'when helpers fail and comforts flee', I experience that help arrives somehow, from I know not where.

Mahatma Gandhi#18

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About this quote

What does it mean?
Gandhi reflects on experiencing divine help during difficult trials throughout his life.
In plain terms
He felt God helped him when all other help failed.
What can you take from it?
Trust that help can arrive when all seems lost.

Where it applies

  • personal crisis
  • leadership challenges
  • spiritual practice

Putting it to work

  • maintain hope
  • reflect on experiences

Questions to consider

  • When did you find unexpected help?
  • How do you interpret faith?

Another view

Subjective spiritual experiences may not be universally shared.

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