Chapter 13: What is True Civilization?
Mahatma Gandhi
Gandhi's vision of true civilization stands in stark contrast to the materialism he critiques. In an age that celebrated industrial progress and military might, he pointed to the ethical desert such advances left behind. His call for self-sacrifice echoes the spiritual teachings of Buddha and Christ, who also championed service to others over self-interest. The struggle for India's independence was deeply infused with this philosophy, demonstrating that true dignity lies not in domination but in shared upliftment.