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The Story of My Experiments with Truth

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The Story of My Experiments with Truth is the autobiography of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi , more widely known as Mahatma Gandhi. A key political and spiritual leader of India and the Indian independence movement, Gandhi penned this work to narrate his quest for truth and the principles that underpinned his life’s journey. Originally published in 1927, this memoir provides a meticulous account of Gandhi’s spiritual, moral, and political evolution. The literary era in which this was written saw a rise in anticolonial literature and views challenging imperialist doctrines, and while Gandhi’s autobiography fits this mold, its ubiquitous spiritual introspection sets it apart. The book’s key thematic elements include the importance of truth in Gandhi’s life, the philosophy of nonviolence, and the interplay of spirituality and politics.

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Content Warning : Readers are advised to approach the book with sensitivity to its historical context , recognizing that it contains descriptions of racial and social inequalities pertinent to its era. Some language and depictions might be considered dated or even problematic by contemporary standards.

The Story of My Experiments with Truth chronicles the life journey of Mahatma Gandhi, beginning with his early days in Porbandar, India, progressing through his formative years in England and South Africa, and culminating in his major role in India’s gaining independence from British rule. The autobiography delves into Gandhi’s pursuit of understanding truth (a quest that often brought him into conflict with societal norms), his personal dietary and lifestyle challenges, and even his disagreements with contemporaries. While highlighting Gandhi’s evolution from a lawyer to a central figure in nonviolent resistance, the text also delves into various aspects of his personal life. Gandhi’s choices, such as opting for celibacy, undertaking dietary experiments to comprehend purity, and leading a minimalist lifestyle, were not isolated decisions; they reflected his overarching philosophical convictions and informed his political action.

The text begins with a brief introduction that describes how Gandhi was delayed in penning his autobiography and what inspired him to write it. The main part of the book opens with Gandhi’s formative years in Porbandar. He reflects on his adolescent challenges, his early marriage to Kasturbai Gokuldas Kapadia, and his time in England attending law school. In England, he grappled with cultural adaptations, made significant vows regarding his lifestyle, and began exploring various religions and philosophies. The story then shifts to his years in South Africa. While working as a lawyer there, he directly confronted racial prejudice. Here, amid the pressing civil rights issues, the seeds of satyagraha , or nonviolent resistance, were sown in him. In addition, this period reflected Gandhi’s deepening spiritual quests, and he experimented with celibacy, simple living, and a diet that would sustain his health and his principles.

Returning to India, Gandhi became involved in the Indian National Movement. His commitment to nonviolence was tested in Champaran, where he stood with peasants against oppressive plantation systems. The intensity of the struggle galvanized Gandhi’s position, pushing him further into the epicenter of India’s fight for freedom. His commitment to various causes, such as promoting sanitation, improving education, and uplifting the harijans , or members of India’s outcaste group, further solidified his status as a social leader. Gandhi’s involvement in various political and social challenges continued to intensify. He relocated his ashram for safety during a plague, stood with workers during the Ahmedabad mill dispute, and became a beacon of hope during the Kheda crisis, in which farmers faced near-famine conditions. Throughout each of these events, his actions reflected the nonviolence principles of satyagraha .

Gandhi’s leadership in the Indian National Movement strengthened. He navigated the complexities of the Khilafat movement (a campaign by Muslim people in India opposing certain British policies concerning Eastern Europe), demonstrating his commitment to Hindu-Muslim unity. Despite health challenges and personal struggles, he remained focus, particularly when confronting oppressive legislations like the Rowlatt Act. The initiation of the non-cooperation movement and the national hartal (strike) became emblematic of a nation’s collective resistance against colonial rule. However, the Jallianwala Bagh massacre demonstrated the British regime’s brutality, and Gandhi’s commitment to civil resistance faced significant tests. He acknowledged his misjudgments, particularly in prematurely rallying the masses for civil disobedience without ensuring their true understanding of the movement’s essence. Despite the challenges, Gandhi’s involvement with publications like Young India and Navajivan provided a voice and connection to the Indian masses.

The concluding chapters underscore Gandhi’s evolving strategies in the freedom movement. Discussions on the Khilafat movement, the significance of cow protection, the intricacies within the Indian National Congress, and the emphasis on swaraj (self-rule) became central. The khadi movement, advocating for swadeshi , emerged as a potent symbol of self-reliance, economic empowerment, and resistance against British economic dominance. The memoir concludes with Gandhi reflecting on his relentless pursuit of truth, emphasizing the sanctity of his experiments with truth and nonviolence, as well as the fusion of religion and politics in his life’s journey. The autobiography was published in 1927 and was not updated to cover the significant events of the 1930s and 1940s, including India’s major civil disobedience movements against British rule, Gandhi’s negotiations for India’s independence, and the subsequent partition of India and Pakistan. The memoir ends some 20 years before India achieved its independence from British rule in 1947 and Gandhi’s assassination in 1948.

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An Autobiography or The Story of My Experiments with Truth

Translated by (from Gujarati): Mahadev Desai

General editor: shriman narayan, isbn 81-7229-149-3, navajivan mudranalaya, ahemadabad 380014, india..

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The Autobiographical Novel “The Story of My Experiments with Truth” is written by Famous Indian Freedom fighter “Mahatma Gandhi”, published in February 1929. The book was originally written in Gujrati language but later it was translated into English language by Mahadevi Desai.

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The story of “ My Experiments with Truth ” begins with Yerwada Central Jail where Mahatma Gandhi’s friend, Jairam Das advises him to write autobiography. Gandhi wasn’t interested in writing autobiography, but the only reason Gandhi wrote his autobiography is because he wants to share the world his life experiments with truth. The story begins with Gandhi’s first experiment with Truth in childhood where he had experiment with smoking, drinking and robbery.

There are two people who influences Gandhi since childhood to live a life of Truth, and that is Harish Chandra and Shravan Kumar. At the age of 13, Gandhi got married to Kasturba Gandhi. Gandhi was very possessive for his wife, Kasturba and sometimes he used to doubt her, but Kasturba was a smart girl who never fear Gandhi. Kasturba wasn’t educated and Gandhi wanted to educate her, but he never did as he never got a chance and he blame himself for that. Gandhi was a good student in High school, but he had no interest in gymnastics as he prefers to serve his father over doing gymnastics activities.

Gandhi’s first life mistake was that he did not pay attention to his health. Gandhi’s second biggest mistake was that he became a friend of amoral boys, who brain washed him to eat non-veg to become a strong and muscular. He quit eating non-veg for his mother and father and since that day he never eats non-veg in his whole life. One day, Gandhi with his amoral friends goes to prostitute where he was sent to sleep with prostitute, but he never sleeps with her as that prostitute send him away. One time Gandhi smoked beedi on his relative request. He also did robbery just to buy beedi.

The story now shift focus to a life of Gandhi’s father, Karamchand Gandhi, whose health is deteriorating day after day and Gandhi is feeling very sad for his father. On the other hand, Gandhi’s wife, Kasturba is also pregnant with Gandhi’s baby. One day, when Gandhi was massaging his father’s foot, his uncle came and send him to sleep. Five minutes later, suddenly Gandhi’s father’s servant comes to Gandhi’s room and tells him that his father is no more. On the other side, as Gandhi’s wife was pregnant, she gave birth to a baby who died in four days. Gandhi was heartbroken as he loses his loving father and baby in just couple of days.

My Experiments With Truth : II

The second part of “My Experiments with Truth” talks about Gandhi’s life as a lawyer. On the advice of relative, Gandhi was recommended to get an education of barrister from foreign country like England. On the contrary, Gandhi’s mother stops him from going abroad as she was afraid that his son may get addicted to alcohol, chicken, and women. She only agrees as Gandhi took a vow that he won’t get attracted to alcohol, chicken, and women in England. Afterwards, Gandhi left for England to study law. There Gandhi was forced by lots of people to eat meat, but he never ate it as he sworn to his mother. Gandhi completed his law study in 1891 and then he returns to India. Afterwards, Gandhi took his first case as a lawyer in Bombay.

One day, Gandhi’s brother received a letter from South Africa. A person named, Abdullah, who own a big firm in South Africa wants Gandhi to come in South Africa to fight a case on his behalf. As Gandhi was not happy in Bombay between corrupt people, he immediately said yes to go South Africa. There Gandhi learns that South African doesn’t value Indian people. The people like Abdullah who own such a big firm has no value in South Africa as they are Indian. As Gandhi goes to court to fight a case of Abdullah, he was asked by magistrate to remove his turban. He refuses to remove his turban in court.

One day, Gandhi was travelling from Durban to Pretoria through train. He was travelling in first class seat of train. After a while, one passenger from train comes to Gandhi and asks him to go in third class. Gandhi denied to go in third class because he had a first-class ticket of train. As Gandhi refused to go in third class, that white passenger thrown him out of train with luggage.

Mahatma Gandhi had one more fight in train with white passenger who was forcing Gandhi to give his seat to him just because he wanted to smoke there. Gandhi tolerated his humiliation, but he doesn’t give his seat to him. Gandhi ji was an adamant man; he doesn’t give up and always used to travels in first class seat of train. Gandhi lived around 21 long years in South Africa with his children and wife; he built great reputation in South Africa with his nonviolence path. As the World War II started, Gandhi Ji returns to India in 1914.

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The Story Of My Experiments With Truth Paperback – May 10, 2012

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Forever lemonade, my experiments with truth by mahatma gandhi - book review.

Hello, beloved lemons! 🌟

Buckle up, because today, I’m diving deep into the pages of Mahatma Gandhi’s autobiography, 'My Experiments with Truth'. And trust me, this isn’t your typical historical read. Whether you’re into biographies or not, this book is like that hidden gem in your grandma’s attic—full of unexpected surprises, valuable lessons, and a whole lot of wisdom.

Why Gandhi? Why Now? 🧐

Okay, I get it. You’re probably wondering, “Why is this college student spending her time reading Gandhi’s autobiography when she could be binge-watching the latest series on Netflix?” Well, here’s the deal, I picked up this book because I was curious and ah its also related to my college curriculum. I mean, we’ve all heard of Gandhi, the guy who pretty much led India to independence through non-violence, right? But who was he really? What made him tick? And what can a 21st-century college student learn from a man who lived over a hundred years ago?

The Man Behind the Mahatma 🧍‍♂️

'Mahatma' means great soul, as we all know he was a revered person.Gandhi doesn’t waste time sugar-coating his story. Right from the get-go, he’s all about keeping it real. He talks about his struggles, his insecurities, and even the mistakes he made along the way. It’s like he’s saying, “Hey, I’m just a regular guy who tried to figure things out, just like you.”

What’s super interesting is how Gandhi experiments with his life—whether it’s his diet, his commitment to celibacy, or his efforts to stick to the truth, no matter how hard it gets. Honestly, it’s like reading the diary of someone who’s constantly challenging themselves to be better. And isn’t that something we can all relate to?

The Evolution of His Philosophy 🗣

One of the coolest things about this book is seeing how Gandhi’s ideas evolved over time. He didn’t just wake up one day with the concept of 'Satyagraha'(which, by the way, means Truth). It was a journey—a series of trials, errors, and reflections that led him to this groundbreaking idea. 

For me, this was a game-changer. It’s easy to look at someone like Gandhi and think they had it all figured out from the start. But nope—he was just like us, learning and growing as he went along. It’s a reminder that it’s okay to not have all the answers right away. What matters is the process of discovery.

Gandhi’s Personal Life: Relatable 👣

Here’s where it gets really good. Gandhi doesn’t just talk about his public life—he digs deep into his personal life too. And let me tell you, it’s relatable on so many levels. From struggling with shyness to dealing with the expectations of his family, Gandhi’s personal battles are a reminder that even the most influential figures had their share of doubts and difficulties.

For instance, his decision to embrace vegetarianism wasn’t just a health choice; it was a deeply personal commitment to non-violence. He believed that what we eat reflects our values. And as someone who’s constantly questioning my own food choices (hello, biryani cravings!), this really hit home.

Gandhi's Writing Style 🖊 

It’s simple, straightforward, and dare I say refreshingly honest. There are  no elaborate metaphors, just plain old truth-telling. But don’t mistake simplicity for a lack of depth. Every word, every sentence, is loaded with meaning. It’s like reading a conversation with a wise friend who’s been through it all and is here to drop some serious life advice.

For someone like me, who’s immersed in  academic notes and textbooks. Gandhi’s straightforward approach was a breath of fresh air. It’s the kind of book that doesn’t just teach you about history—it makes you reflect on your own life, your choices, and what you stand for.

The Takeaway: A Timeless Journey ⏳️ 

So, what did I walk away with after reading 'My Experiments with Truth'? Honestly, it’s not just a book—it’s an experience. Gandhi’s journey is a testament to the power of persistence, self-reflection, and living by your values, no matter how challenging that may be.

If you’re someone who’s on a journey of self-discovery (and let’s be real, who isn’t?), this book is a must-read. It’s not just about understanding Gandhi; it’s about understanding yourself. His experiments with truth are, in many ways, a mirror reflecting our own lives, our own struggles, and own pursuit of what’s real and meaningful.

Why You Should Read This   📕 

My Lemons, pick up 'My Experiments with Truth' Because it’s more than just an autobiography—it’s a guide to navigating life’s challenges with grace, integrity, and a whole lot of courage. Whether you’re trying to figure out your next step in life, struggling with your beliefs, or just curious about how one man’s quest for truth shaped an entire nation, this book has something for you.  And who knows? Maybe Gandhi’s journey will inspire you to start your own experiments with truth.

Questions you might have...

Q 1: Is 'My Experiments with Truth' too heavy for a casual read?

Ans: Not at all! While the content is deep, the language is simple and approachable. It’s a book that makes you think, but it’s not overwhelming.

Q 2: Do I need to know a lot about Indian history to appreciate this book?

Ans: Nope! While understanding the historical context helps, the themes of truth, integrity, and personal growth are universal.

Q 3: How long is this book, and how much time should I set aside to read it?

Ans: It’s not super long, but it’s packed with insights. Take your time with it, this isn’t the kind of book you want to rush through.

Q 4: Can this book really resonate with today’s generation? 

Ans: Absolutely! Gandhi’s struggles with self-doubt, his experiments with life, and his commitment to his values are things we can all relate to, no matter the era.

Q 5: What’s the best takeaway from this book?

Ans: The idea that truth and integrity are dynamic, they’re things we need to actively work on, every single day.

There you have it, Gandhi’s 'My Experiments with Truth' is more than just a historical book, it’s a personal journey that offers timeless wisdom for anyone willing to read. I hope this review inspires you to pick up the book and start your own journey of self-discovery. Let me know your thoughts if you do! ~Until next time~ 

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An Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth - Mohandas Gandhi

Get inspired by one of the most respected and fascinating souls of our time, gandhi, with his book an autobiography: the story of my experiments with truth..

The independence of India was a long and difficult process, led by the activist Mohandas Gandhi. In his book "An Autobiography: My Life and My Experiences with the Truth", he narrates his trajectory in the fight against English colonialism and the dissemination of his philosophy, known as "Satyagraha".

Considered the father of India and respected around the world, Gandhi inspires several pacifist movements in different countries, and thanks to his achievements, the "International Day of Non-Violence " is celebrated on his birthday.

Are you curious to know more about Gandhi and his accomplishments? Come with us!

About the book "An Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth"

The book "An Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth" was first published in 1927.

Gandhi explores the spiritual, mental, and physical dimensions studied and lived by him. Also, he brings his principles of nonviolence, truth, and concern for others .

The book is divided into five parts, with a total of 440 pages. He is very objective in his topics and most of them are short and performed in chronological order.

About the author Mohandas K. Gandhi

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born in 1869 in the Indian city of Porbandar. He is also known as Mahatma Gandhi, an honorific that means great soul.

He studied law and became a spiritual and pacifist leader in India.

Gandhi also wrote the books "Hind Swaraj or Indian Home Rule", "India of my dreams", "Satyagraha in South Africa", among others.

Each overview of this Pocketbook will tell you more about Gandhi, so keep reading.

To whom is this book indicated?

"An Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth" is for the ones who want to get inspired by great leaders , responsible for influencing millions of people and changing the world.

Also, it is for people who want to know more about values, commitment, love, and determination. The book has examples of all the struggles and achievements marked by leadership and the non-violence resistance of Mohandas Gandhi.

Main ideas of the book "An Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth"

• Gandhi was born into a simple family but with great values;
• He married when he was 13 years old;
• He was responsible for creating the Satyagraha philosophy, which aims to act with willpower and non-violence;
• Even after the death of his mother, Gandhi kept all the commitments made with her;
• Forgiveness is the trait of strong people ;
• Spread love in all environments. Only it can defeat the adversary;
• The fullness of love neutralizes the hatred of thousands;
• Be the change you want to see in the world;
• Live your life based on what you believe.

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Overview: Childhood and Adolescence

In this first part of "An Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth", Gandhi tells about his birth, childhood, religion, marriage, and all the experiences and tragedies that occurred during this period.

Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, an Indian city. As a child, he was totally influenced by the practices of his religious-political father and his devoted mother.

He started going to school at age 7, and he was always regarded as a very shy and average student. Also, he was never willing to cheat in front of his friends.

When he turned 13, his parents decided that he should marry, a practice that wasn't totally supported by him. In addition, he recounts some tragedies he encountered in his teens.

When his father died, a friend of the family suggested that Gandhi should study in England. To do so, he had to make serious promises to his mother, because her greatest concern was that he would lose his culture and start eating meat, drinking alcohol, and sleeping with other women.

With that, in 1888 he went to England to study law. He tried to adapt to the new culture, but it was complicated. So, he preferred to live a life of intense studies and humility. After 3 years of study, he passed the exams in order to be able to practice law and returned to India.

Overview: Early Career

Upon returning to India, Gandhi discovered that his mother had died. During the same period, he started his professional life.

He began working in Bombay at the Supreme Court. There he gained experience and deepened his studies in law. However, his shyness got in the way of his work, driving him back to Rajkot, where he opened his own office.

His older brother was always willing to solve his problems and help him as much as possible. Thus, he had a major influence on the transfer of Gandhi to South Africa, where he got the position of a lawyer.

During his time in South Africa, Gandhi suffered from various discriminations because of his skin color.

In "An Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth", he narrates some of these events, like when he was kicked out of the train, and when he was invited to dine in his room to not offend the guests in the hotel. In those moments, he said that he always discussed the situation, but without violence.

During this experience, he gained confidence in himself and acquired great knowledge in the legal field, leading him to help found the Natal Indian Congress, which supported the Indian community to come together as a political force. Gandhi also began to study Christianity.

Soon after, he returned to India with the purpose of picking up his wife and two daughters and taking them to South Africa, where he continued his work as an activist.

Overview: Development of Political Power

When he arrived at the port of South Africa, the white citizens were furious with him and attacked him, accusing him of false imputations. But Gandhi proved his innocence to the press and said he did not want to sue anyone who attacked him.

Gandhi increased his public work with the Indian community there, and each day he developed an affection for cooperation and simplicity . During the Boer War, he honed these qualities and created an ambulance corps to take the wounded.

After the war, Mohandas Gandhi returned to India through a long excursion. His goal was to understand the difficulties of third-class passengers. So he decided to leave his family in India and returned to South Africa to solve the main problems.

Overview: The Beginning of the Fight

On his return, South Africa was experiencing an epidemic of racial discrimination and the government laws put Indians in a difficult situation.

According to Gandhi, he was heavily influenced by a book called "Unto This Last", and the teachings of it changed his life . At the same time, Gandhi founded the "Phoenix Settlement", a farm where he would live with his supporters and later became a small village.

As he explains in the book "An Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth", in 1906, the British government declared war on the Zulus, and Gandhi was there again. He worked with his ambulance corps, with the aim of helping to transport and care for the innocent and wounded.

When the war was coming to an end, Gandhi's next step was to live the lives of the poorest people, practicing fasting and eating a restricted diet that contained only fruit.

Even when he fell ill, Gandhi explains that he did not abandon vegetarianism and kept the vow he made to his mother.

During all this time in Africa, Gandhi developed what would be called "Satyagraha". It translates as "holding onto truth " and refers to non-violent protests and resistances.

Overview: The Peak of His Political Power

In 1914, Gandhi returned to India and made major changes there: he opened primary schools in six villages and improved their sanitary conditions. He also shared the "Satyagraha" in India, that is, the non-violent civil disobedience, and obtained expressive results, increasing his popularity.

Despite this, many peaceful Indian civilians were killed by the British, but this made the movement stronger.

With that, Gandhi's real entry into Congressional politics took place, leading to the organization of a new constitution that boosted the country's complete independence.

For Gandhi, one of the ways to achieve independence is by fighting poverty and manufacturing products that India was dependent on.

At the end of "An Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth", Gandhi says that his achievements in Congress still left history under construction, with nothing final.

Now, history confirms that Indian independence has been successful and has influenced movements for egalitarian rights around the world.

What do other authors say about it?

In the book "Unshakeable" , author Tony Robbins says you need to give yourself: give your attention and your time. Making contributions is what brings meaning to the lives of many people. This is perfectly understood in Gandhi's life.

For the author of the "Psychology of Selling" , Brian Tracy, successful people enhance their inner dialogue with optimistic and confident phrases. For example, if you repeat the phrase "I like myself" throughout the day, your self-esteem will certainly increase. You can clearly see this behavior in Gandhi, through his faith, love, forgiveness and all his positive energies.

Finally, a history with a trajectory very similar to Gandhi's is that of Nelson Mandela, reported in the book "Long Walk to Freedom" . Both had similar traits such as admirable leadership, the struggle for civil rights, and commitment. Also, both faced hateful enemies, but Mandela diverged from Gandhi by using violence and weapons in his fight.

Okay, but how can I apply this to my life?

During the work of Mohandas K. Gandhi, "Autobiography: My Life and My Experiences with the Truth", he indirectly presents us with several ways of seeing obstacles and how to exercise leadership based on moral values:

• Forgiveness: Gandhi practiced it simply and directly. Not to forgive is to be stuck in the past, causing only suffering;
• Commitment: For Gandhi, the main commitment that can exist is with the truth itself, as it leads to happiness and fulfillment, without needing external approval;
• Respect: Choose non-violence, both in physical form, as well as through discussion and judgments. We cannot see our opponents as enemies;
• Love: Gandhi never showed changes in his mood, always remaining calm and loving everything. According to him, we can only overcome an opponent through love.

Finally, Gandhi proves that the above characteristics are essential to win, even in an uneven world!

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“The Story of My Experiments with Truth” is the autobiography book of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, which runs from his childhood to the year 1921.

In the year 1998, by a committee of religious authorities, this book was nominated as one of the “ Best 100 Spiritual Books of the 20th Century “.

In this book, Gandhi Ji describes his all life events like birth and parentage, childhood, experiences at school, child marriage, relationship with his wife and parents, his study tour to London, and many more.

Gandhiji wrote this book in his mother tongue Gujarati, later it was translated by Mahadev Desai, best remembered as a personal secretary of Gandhi Ji.

The book ends after a discussion of the Nagpur session of the Congress party in 1915.

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The Story of My Experiments With Truth Summary, In the below section we give a brief summary of this book.

Introduction

This book of Gandhi Ji starts with an Introduction, the introduction is written by Gandhi Ji himself, mentioning how he has written his autobiography.

The goal of his story is simply to narrate his experiments with truth in life.

Gandhi Ji also says through this book he wishes to narrate his moral experiment and spiritual experience rather than political ones .

The first part describes the incidents of Gandhi Ji’s childhood, his experiments with smoking, eating meat, drinking, stealing, and after satisfaction.

The second part of the book tells about Gandhi’s experiences in the Cape Colony during a period of stress between the different ethnic groups in the region.

When Gandhi Ji succeeded in growing his own practice to about twenty Indian merchants who contracted him to manage their affairs, It was then that he ended up working in South Africa after almost twenty years.

After success in work, he allowed him to earn a living while also finding time to devote to his mission as a public figure. 

During Gandhi Ji’s struggle against inequality and racial discrimination in South Africa, He became known among Indians all around the world as “Mahatma,” or “Great Soul.”

In 1896, Gandhi Ji returned to India to be with his wife and children, Gandhiji continued his work on the Natal Indian Congress, and his loyalty to the British Empire guided him to help them during the Second Boer War.

In the year 1914 in July, He sailed for Britain, now admired as “Mahatma,” and popularly known throughout the world for the success of satyagraha.

When World War I started, Gandhi Ji was in England, he immediately began organizing a medical team similar to the unit he had led in the Boer War, but he also faced some health problems that caused him to return to India.

The British colonial authorities put Gandhi on trial for  sedition  and punished him with six years in prison, this was the first time that he faced prosecution in India. 

The government allowed him to use a spinning wheel and reading materials while in prison, so he felt content and, he also wrote most of his autobiography in prison.

Conclusion of My Experiments With Truth Book Review

Gandhi Ji wrote a suitable conclusion to the readers, in his “Farewell” for an autobiography that he never intended to be an autobiography, but a tale of experiments with truth, and life.

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• The author of this book was Mahatma Gandhi, later it was translated by Mahadev Desai.
• This book was nominated as one of the “ Best 100 Spiritual Books of the 20th Century “.
• This book is based on the life of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, He is also known among Indians all around the world as  “Mahatma”  or  “Great Soul.”
• This is an inspirational book and autobiography of Mahatma Gandhi, which inspires you a lot to do something big.
• The book’s content is about moral teachings, His morality is deeply rooted in Indian culture and Hindu religion.

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Hi Everyone!! This article will share My Experiments with Truth Questions & Answers.

This chapter is an extract from the autobiography of Mahatma Gandhi – My Experiments with Truth. In one of my previous posts, I have shared the questions and answers of A Handful of Salt , Prithviraj Chauhan the Valiant and A Stitch in Time so, make sure to check these posts as well.

My Experiments with Truth Questions & Answers

Word galaxy.

• Intense – deep
• Ordeals – painful experiences
• Clung – held on closely
• Neglect – to ignore
• Notion – idea
• Convicted – faulty

Question 1: Pick out the extract from the text which tells that Gandhiji was punctual.

Answer: “To be at school at the stroke of the hour and run back home as soon as the school was closed that was my daily habit”. This extract shows that Mahatma Gandhi was punctual.

Question 2: Which two books inspired Gandhiji a lot during his childhood?

Answer: The two books which inspired Gandhiji a lot during his childhood were: Shravan Pitribhakti natka and Harishchandra.

Question 3: What made Gandhiji feel ashamed of himself during his visit to South Africa?

Answer: Gandhiji got the notion that good handwriting was not a necessary part of education but when he went to South Africa and saw the beautiful handwriting of lawyers and young men, he was ashamed of himself and repented of his neglect.

Question 4: Why Gandhiji dislike games and gymnastics?

Answer: Gandhiji dislike games and gymnastics because he had a false notion that games and gymnastics had nothing to do with education. The reason for his dislikes for gymnastics was his deep desire to serve as nurse to his father.

Question 5: Why did he confess his guilt to his father? How did he make the confession?

Answer: Gandhiji confessed his guilt to his father because it became unbearable to him. So, he decided to write a letter to confess his guilt.

Question 6: Why did Gandhiji steal gold from his brother’s armlet?

Answer: Gandhiji stole gold from his brother’s armlet because he had run into a debt of twenty-five rupees.

Question 7: A ccording to Gandhiji, what, is the purest type of repentance?

Answer: The purest type of repentance according to Gandhiji is a clean confession combined with a promise never to commit the sin again.

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To Get it right I don't like Gandhi I have a tone of Criticism against him

Now this is not a good read in literary sense and Gandhi himself says this at the beginning that He is not a good writer.

What I feel incredibly attractive about this book is that It is a grey area It does not paint him like a God but as a normal human .

He himself admitted that when he was in South Africa he thought that the British Empire was some kind of Civilising force but when he saw the destruction of the lives of natives during the boer war his views on the British Empire change drastically . He now saw the Empire as a A large mosquito who feeds on the blood of people who cannot fight it back

Yes it's true that you made some very racist remark on the black people of South Africa but he later apologizes for it in this book .

He admits that when he saw The Boer war and it's horror his views changed on the Natives

He also admits that during his early years He practiced untouchability but later as he moved forward and saw the discrimination against the Indians and Natives in South Africa , His thoughts on Untouchability changed and He would later become a driving force in ending India's untouchability .

There are plenty more Incidents in which He was trapped in some personal situations and he croses his personal boundaries.

If you want to read this book I will advice to read it's mini version *All men are brothers by Mahatma Gandhi *

The book is a long and laborious read

I like this book because it shows the personal journey of a man . It does not showcase Mahatma ( Hindi : Great soul) Gandhi but as a Human It shows Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi

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Gandhi had never hidden his unusual experiments with women, he had disclosed the same to his close associates, many times through letters.

While Mahatma Gandhi is known world-wide for his non-violence movement for independent of India, his simple lifestyle and other such aspects that make him a ‘Mahatma’, there are several other aspects in his that raise curiosity in the minds of people. Apart from the extreme pacifism that Gandhi practised which was questioned by many of his contemporaries, the one weird aspect, widely known but little discussed in public discourse, is his experiments with his celibacy.

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi had strong views on sex, and he often gave detailed instructions to his followers on this subject. His views on sex were not very popular, which was described as “abnormal and unnatural” by India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru.

Gandhi was married with Kasturba at the age of 13, not unusual for his time. They led a normal married life, who had four sons. Later in life, Gandhi had written how he had lustful feelings for his wife. “Even at school I used to think of her, and the thought of nightfall and our subsequent meeting was ever haunting me,” he wrote in his autobiography. He had written that he always wanted to teach his illiterate wife, but he could not find time due to his lustful love. His thoughts on sex had completely changed later in his life, and he felt ashamed of his life with his wife before he started his public life.

Gandhi has also written about the time of his father’s death as his double shame. When his father was ill, Gandhi had regularly taken care of him, like dressing the wound, and massaging his legs at the night. His wife became pregnant at that time, which Gandhi later felt was a matter of double shame, as his father was ill, and he was still in school. “Every night whilst my hands were busy massaging my father’s legs, my mind was hovering about the bed-room – and that too at a time when religion, medical science and commonsense alike forbade sexual intercourse,” he wrote. Gandhi also recalled how he could not be with his father during his last moments as he went to his bedroom to have sex with his wife, a decision he regretted later.

Brahmacharya

Gandhi’s attitude towards sex changed in his late 30s, when he was in South Africa. He deliberated on how he can give his best service to humanity, and decided that it must be done by embracing poverty and chastity. At the age of 38, in the year 1906, he embraced Brahmacharya, which includes complete abstinence from sexual relationships. He talked about his decision to his wife, and he writes that she had no objection. He had already discussed with his cousins whether he should stop having sex with his wife, and he was deliberating on in since 1900. Brahmacharya meant a complete change in his lifestyle, not just celibacy, it also included strict control on diet and other aspects of daily life.

Very soon, Gandhi become a completely changed man on his opinion on sex. In 1907, he wrote in the Indian Opinion , “It is the duty of every thoughtful Indian not to marry. In case he is helpless in regard to marriage, he should abstain from sexual intercourse with his wife.” According to him, sexual intercourse was justified only to have children, and should be avoided in all other times.

The experiments

Gandhi’s Brahmacharya didn’t end in mere abstinence, it became weird when he started to challenge his resolve to test himself. And thus began a series of experiments that would not be acceptable in today’s era. He had set up ashrams where he conducted his experiments, where boys and girls were to bath together, sleep together. But they were to maintain chastity, they would be punished if there were any sexual talks. The rules of ashram had forbidden married couples living in the ashram to sleep together, and Gandhi had advised that the husbands should not be alone with their wives. When they felt passion, they should take a cold bath, he had further advised.

Rules were different for Gandhi himself, who had started to surround himself with women to challenge his resolve. In the 1920s, Gandhi had started resting his hand on the shoulders of young women during his morning and evening walks, whom he had jokingly referred to as his walking sticks. His grandnieces Abha and Manu were his regular ‘walking sticks’. After this started elaborate daily massage performed by young women in the ashram. The massage was followed by taking bath, helped and accompanied by his female attendants.

Sushila Nayar, sister of Gandhi’s personal secretary Pyarelal Nayyar, was his personal doctor, who took care of Gandhi since her teenage years. She was his regular companion in taking baths. He had claimed that he didn’t look at Sushila while taking bath together, saying he used to keep his eyes tightly shut.

As time progressed, Gandhi’s experiments also had progressed, which now involved young women sleeping with Gandhi, naked. Initially it was merely a sleeping arrangement, but soon became a part of his experiments. This was his method of attaining the nirvana state of perfect Brahamacharya, to maintain abstinence while sleeping next to attractive young women without cloths. Apart from Sushila, his grandnieces Abha and Manu were his regular sleeping companion, along with other women in his Ashram.

As Gandhi grew older, the number of women surrounding him in Ashram had increased, particularly after the death of his wife Kasturba, after Gandhi denied her treatment by western medicine. More number of women were obliged to sleep with him to test his control over libido, the women who were not allowed to sleep with their own husband in the Ashram.

Disclosures

In a letter written to his Ashram manager Munnalal Shah, Gandhi had written, “Abha slept with me for hardly three nights. Kanchan slept one night only. Vinas sleeping with me might be called an accident. All that can be said is that she slept close to me.” It may be noted that Kanchan was Munnalal’s wife, while Abha was the wife of Gandhi’s grandnephew Kanu Gandhi.

He went on to write, “what Abha and Kanchan told me was this; that she had no intention whatever of observing brahmacharya, but wished to enjoy the pleasure of sex. She, therefore, stayed very reluctantly and undressed only for fear of hurting me. If I remembered rightly, she was not with me for even an hour. I then stopped both the women from sleeping with me, for I realised that Kanu and you were upset.” Gandhi than added that these three women were excluded from the experiment.

He then added, “I have deliberately included Pra. in the experiment. Maybe I should not. She often used to sleep with me to keep me warm even before I was conscious that I was making an experiment. I used to draw her to me when she lay on the floor, shivering, for my sake.”

While a large number of women slept naked with Gandhi, and some women were willing partner of his experiments, most of them did so at the insistence of Gandhi, and not out of free will. He had a strong personality, and it was very difficult to say no to him. It was revealed by Gandhi himself. In a letter to Krishnachandra he had wrote, “What I mean is that I have done naturally. Almost all of them would strip reluctantly. I have written— haven’t I?—that they did so at my prompting. If I wish to be a brahmachari under all circumstances and want the women also to be such, this is the one way. Now leave this matter alone and watch what happens.”

From the writings of Gandhi, especially letters, it can be seen he faced great criticism for his practice. But he remained adamant, claiming that it was necessary to maintain his Brahmacharya. He had written in once such letter to Krishnachandra, “If I stop sleeping together for all time it will mean that I have been mistaken. Otherwise why should I stop it? There is a limit to abstaining from it for the sake of friends. Sleeping together came with my taking up of brahmacharya or even before that.”

Therefore, Gandhi led a very unusual life which will not be acceptable in today’s era, and legal action will follow if someone tries such ‘experiments’ today. Actually, it was not acceptable in that era also, from his personal assistants to senior leaders like Jawaharlal Nehru, everyone had criticised it. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel had called it a “terrible blunder”, and had asked him to stop it. But he was Bapuji, with a halo around him, so he was allowed to continue with the experiments.

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