Leonhard fischer biography of mahatma gandhi
In a brief afterword, Fisher describes the events leading to Gandhi's assassination and notes the powerful influence he had on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr..
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1. Gandhi's journey from ordinary lawyer to Mahatma
"Gandhi had no power to compel, punish, or reward. His power was nil, his authority enormous. It came of love."
Early life and transformation: Mohandas Gandhi began as an unremarkable student and shy young man.
The Life of Mahatma Gandhi Louis Fischer, Biography of the man who led the fight for.His experiences in South Africa, particularly the incident of being thrown off a train due to racial discrimination, sparked his transformation. He developed his philosophy of nonviolent resistance, or Satyagraha, during his time there.
Key experiences:
- Studied law in London
- Worked as a lawyer in South Africa
- Experienced and fought against racial discrimination
- Developed Satyagraha (nonviolent resistance)
Becoming the Mahatma: Upon returning to India, Gandhi's commitment to social justice and his unique approach to resistance earned him widespread respect and admiration.
He became known as "Mahatma" (Great Soul), a title that reflected his spiritual and moral authority.