Essay Archive - Mohandas Gandhi
Mohandas Gandhi
Born into a merchant family in 1869, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was under
the influence of powerful people. Members of his family had served as prime
ministers of an Indian state for several generations. His parents were
strong in their religion, being devout and earnest Hindus. They were a part
of a Hindu sect that worshipped Vishnu and promoted non-violence.
Apparently, he was most influenced by his mother, a gentle and intelligent
person. According to Hindu custom, he married at an early age and grew to
love his wife greatly. Together, they had four children and adopted a
fourth.
Later, in 1888, he travelled to Engl....
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