Biography Of Gandhi

Gandhi was a small and humble man always cloaked in simple robes and has had a worldwide influence on leaders with his remarkable achievements. These include using a non-violent civil disobedience in his leadership during the struggle in India. He set an example for the modern world through his unwavering commitment to peace, nobility, and respect. He thought us all what is necessary and what is possible.

Gandhi was born during the time of the British rule in India. He was very spiritual, but at the same time he also questioned and challenged fundamental ideas. Despite his curiosity and different mindset, Gandhi always valued and treasured traditions. He was always committed to his own spiritual path as a Hindu but he also embraced other good religious qualities and acknowledged any shortcomings he may or may not have perceived. As he grew older, Gandhi traveled to London for college to become a lawyer like his father. He had trouble adapting to the western cultures due to his religious beliefs and the fact that he was Indian.

After finishing college and admitted to the Bar, Gandhi went to South Africa because he knew he wasn’t going to find a job in India. After several struggles, he finally got a job from an Indian firm in Natal, South Africa. During his time there, he was treated harshly and was disrespected by many white people. South Africa was predominantly populated with white Europeans that don’t like Indians. Then one day, Gandhi was traveling to Johannesburg by train and he was booked a first class seat. When he entered the train, a white fold saw that he was a ‘colored’ man, and it apparently disturbed him. Soon, two officials approached Gandhi and told him that he needed to go to the van compartment. Gandhi refused ...

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Gandhi wanted to live and lead a moral and spiritual life and he did his very best to live by his ideals. Although he was assassinated in1848, he left the world with a long-lasting legacy. He respected and supported everyone and everything. Despite the sufferings and the hatred, he still held strong and remained true to his principals. He took it upon himself to make the sacrifices and to do what is necessary for the good of the people. He was a ‘weapon’ of non-violence and it was a miracle India gained her independence without any violence from Gandhi’s followers. He changed the course of history and shaped peoples minds. World Leaders such as Nelson Mandela and Dali Lama admired him and his beliefs. Gandhi has become one of the worlds most well respected man and his philosophy on life has left a lasting imprint on mankind.