Mahatma Gandhi

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The Story of My Experiments with Truth (eBook, ePUB)

Beschreibung

In "The Story of My Experiments with Truth," Mahatma Gandhi presents an autobiographical narrative that intricately weaves together personal anecdotes and philosophical reflections on truth and non-violence. Written in a straightforward and unadorned style, the text captures Gandhi's transformative journey from a young, idealistic student in England to a leader in the Indian struggle for independence. The book is imbued with the moral and ethical dilemmas he faced, revealing a deeply introspective individual who seeks to reconcile his personal experiences with broader social justice issues, thereby situating his narrative within the larger context of the Indian independence movement and the global discourse on civil rights. Mahatma Gandhi, a figure synonymous with peace and nonviolent protest, drew inspiration from a myriad of influences, including the teachings of Jainism, Christianity, and Western philosophies of civil disobedience. His commitment to self-exploration and ethical living is evident throughout the work, as he candidly discusses his vulnerabilities, failures, and gradual realization of a life devoted to truth. Gandhi's background as a lawyer and a man of deep spiritual conviction informs his approach to activism and personal growth. This book is essential for readers interested in understanding the philosophical underpinnings of Gandhi's principles, as well as those seeking inspiration in personal integrity and social ethics. It provides not just a historical account but also timeless lessons in courage, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of truth.

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Autor

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi (2 October 1869 - 30 January 1948) was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist, and political ethicist, who employed nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India's independence from British rule, and in turn inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world. The honorific Mahatma, first applied to him in 1914 in South Africa, is now used throughout the world. Born and raised in a Hindu family in coastal Gujarat, western India, Gandhi trained in law at the Inner Temple, London, and was called to the bar at age 22 in June 1891. He moved to South Africa in 1893, to represent an Indian merchant in a lawsuit. In 1915, aged 45, he returned to India. In 1921, Gandhi led nationwide campaigns for easing poverty, expanding women's rights, building religious and ethnic amity, ending untouchability, and above all for achieving Swaraj or self-rule. Nathuram Godse, a Hindu nationalist, who assassinated Gandhi on 30 January 1948 by firing three bullets into his chest. Gandhi's birthday, 2 October, is commemorated in India as Gandhi Jayanti, a national holiday, and worldwide as the International Day of Nonviolence

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Copycat
• Erscheinungstermin: 13. September 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788028319540
• Artikelnr.: 69806058