Mahatma Mohandas K. Gandhi Quote - Liberty Quotes Blog

"Courtesy towards opponents
and eagerness to understand their view-point
is the ABC of non-violence."

by:	Mahatma Mohandas K. Gandhi (1869-1948) Leader of the Indian independence movement in British-ruled India
Date:	20 July 1944
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Categories:	Non-Violence, Reason, Respect, Tolerance
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-- Taiwo, Port harcourt
-- Waffler, Smith, Arkansas
This can only apply to reasonable people. The problem we have internationally doesn't involve view points that we do not understand, it involves view points that are unacceptable. -- warren, olathe
The sentiment is absolutely correct. Warren is also correct. If we stand courteous, not intervening in other state's affairs, as is the ear mark of a civilized society, with a deep understanding of our opponents, and our powder dry, self preservation stands a better chance. -- Mike, Norwalk