Quote By Mahatma Gandhi

To believe in something, and not to live it, is dishonest.

Authenticity Beliefs

Indian Independence Leader and Nonviolence Advocate

Born: October 2, 1869

Died: January 30, 1948

Mahatma Gandhi, born in India in 1869, led its independence struggle through nonviolent resistance. His teachings inspired global civil rights movements.

Explanation Of The Quote

Mahatma Gandhi calls for alignment between one's beliefs and actions. It implies that hypocrisy exists when a person professes a belief but fails to live by its principles in their daily life.

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