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Article
Gandhi: The Spirituality and Politics of Suffering
Oklahoma City Law Review
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
4-1-1997
College/Unit
WVU College of Law
Disciplines
Abstract
This Article examines the 1982 film Gandhi. Although it took factual liberties with Gandhi's life, Professor DiSalvo concludes that it accurately conveyed Gandhi's dedication to self-suffering and philosophy of non-violence. The Article analyzes excerpts from the film which illustrate Gandhi's five fundamental beliefs on the spirituality and politics of suffering. Those beliefs are in suffering as a weapon, as empowerment, as self-interest, as propaganda, and as reconciliation. The film Gandhi also masterfully introduced millions to Gandhi's life, message, and legacy.
Source Citation
Charles DiSalvo, Gandhi: The Spirituality and Politics of Suffering, 22 Okla. City L. Rev. 51 (1997).
Citation Information
Charles R. DiSalvo. "Gandhi: The Spirituality and Politics of Suffering" Oklahoma City Law Review (1997) Available at: http://works.bepress.com/charles-disalvo/19/
This article is included in the Research Repository @ WVU with the permission of the Oklahoma City Law Review.