Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

The seeker after truth should be humbler than the dust. The world crushes the dust under its feet, but the seeker after truth should so humble himself that even the dust could crush him. Only then, and not till then, will he have a glimpse of truth.

The seeker after truth should be humbler than the dust. The

Summary

This quote suggests that those seeking truth should possess a deep sense of humility. By comparing the seeker to dust, it implies that they should be even more humble than the lowest and insignificant in order to truly grasp the truth. In a world that often crushes the weak, it is the seeker's responsibility to willingly accept vulnerability, as it is through this absolute humility that they may catch a fleeting glimpse of truth.

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By Mahatma Gandhi

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