Whenever you are in doubt, or when the self becomes too much with you, apply the following test. Recall the face of the poorest and the weakest man whom you may have seen, and ask yourself if the step you contemplate is going to be of any use to him. Will he gain anything by it? Will it restore him to a control over his own life and destiny? In other words, will it lead to swaraj for the hungry and spiritually starving millions?

Summary

This quote by Mahatma Gandhi highlights the importance of considering the impact of our actions on the most vulnerable individuals in society. When facing uncertainty or a sense of self-centeredness, Gandhi suggests reflecting on the face of the poorest and weakest person one has encountered. By doing so, we are urged to evaluate whether the decisions we are about to make will be beneficial to this person and improve their quality of life, empowering them to have control over their own destiny. The ultimate goal is to strive for swaraj, or self-rule, for the millions who suffer from hunger and spiritual deprivation.

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