Gandhi: Radical Wisdom for a Changing World

'Masters of Wisdom' - selections of inspiring and memorable writings and teachings from celebrated sages, seers and leaders of the modern age

The ultimate human rights activist, Mahatma Gandhi has been an inspiration to millions of people across the world through his actions and words. A great thinker and activist who espoused peaceful civil disobedience and paved the way not only for the independence of India from British rule but also for civil rights and freedom movements everywhere, Gandhi continues to be a model for campaigners worldwide. This collection of his writings covers topics such as non violence, truth, prejudice, sex, vegetarianism, simplicity, religion, fasting, work, education and Gandhis own life. His story of struggle, self-sacrifice and courage remains inspiring today -he exemplifies the power of simple, unselfish goodness and shows how, translated onto the world stage, this can be a tremendous force for positive change.

I claim to be a simple individual liable to err like any other fellow-mortal.

I own, however, that I have humility enough in me to confess my errors and to retrace my steps. I own that I have an immovable faith in God and His goodness, and unconsumable passion for truth and love. But, is that not what every person has latent in him?'

(Young India, 6 May 1926)