Gandhi had a clear goal in mind: to stop the oppression of India internationally. He has an incredible sense of peace, was determined, hard –working and focused.

1. Part 10: Inspiring People
Mohandas (Mahatma)
Gandhi

2. As a young boy Gandhi
Inspirational
Lessons
was married at the age of
From a young age
father’s death, his family
Mohandas (Mahatma)
sent him to England to
Gandhi had a clear goal in
study Law. Gandhi didn’t
mind; to stop the
enjoy his studies, but he
oppression of India
pushed through and
internationally. Gandhi has
eventually completed his
an incredible sense of
degree.
thirteen. Following his
peace, has never thought of
using violence to achieve his
goals. He is determined,
hard –working and focused.
During Gandhi’s studies he became interested in
the philosophy of non-violence, using various
religious examples to further his understanding.

3. He decided to assist in a
lawsuit in South Africa –
where his life goal
became evident. This was
where he decided – under
the apartheid government
– that he needed to be
part of the journey to the
end of oppression of
Indians internationally.

4. Many leaders are remembered for their
speeches. This, however, is not the case with
Gandhi. He instead, is remembered for being
an amazing listener.
By listening to
everyone he encounters, Gandhi has gained
respect from people in all walks of life.
Gandhi is focused, and humbling. Being in
his presence is a moving experience. He is a
fantastic listener and therefore a fantastic
leader. Gandhi’s influence in freeing Indians
from oppression has changed the fate of
millions internationally.

5. Words of
Wisdom
“Be the change that you
“I will not let anyone walk through my
mind with their dirty feet.”
“A man is but the product of his
thoughts. What he thinks, he becomes.”
wish to see in the world.”
“Live as if you were to die
“The future depends on what you do
tomorrow. Learn as if you
today.”
were to live forever.”
“Strength does not come from physical
“Happiness is when what
capacity. It comes from an indomitable
you think, what you say, and
will.”
what you do are in
“You may never know what results
References:
http://www.sparknotes.com/biography/gandhi/summary.html
http://history1900s.about.com/od/people/a/gandhi.htm
http://www.biography.com/people/mahatma-gandhi-9305898
come of your actions, but if you do
nothing, there will be no results.”