Quotation by

Mahatma Gandhi

It is my own firm belief that the strength of the soul grows in proportion as you subdue the flesh.

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Gandhi means that the more you control your physical desires and impulses, the stronger your inner self becomes. This suggests that true strength comes from mastering your bodily urges rather than giving in to them.

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