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Auction archive: Lot number 70

MAHATMA GANDHI (1869-1948) - HAND MARKED TEACHINGS DIARY

Estimate
£10,000 - £15,000
ca. US$12,524 - US$18,786
Price realised:
n. a.
Auction archive: Lot number 70

MAHATMA GANDHI (1869-1948) - HAND MARKED TEACHINGS DIARY

Estimate
£10,000 - £15,000
ca. US$12,524 - US$18,786
Price realised:
n. a.
Beschreibung:

Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948) - Diary - a c1930s ' Progress Diary ' used and owned by a woman staying in Gandhi Ashram who was a pupil of Gandhi. He would teach her vocabulary, spinning wheel, cookery and various other interpersonal skills and subjects in line with his 'Young India' vision of the time. The diary contains details about the daily routines and general life at The Ashram, sometimes in great detail - including praying, diet, and timings. As part of his teachings, Gandhi would periodically review the diary and add his own corrections or comments where needed. His markings and comments range in length, with some of the shorter ones reading 'There are many mistakes in your Gujarati language. Henceforth that shall not happen'. Other comments in other areas include; 'Scope for more Improvement,' and 'Has been read'. Longer paragraphs can also be found, including: 'If the dough of Indian flat bread (Roti) does not have clarified butter (Ghee/oil) then don’t roast on flame and eat it. Even, If its still prepared it doesn’t bother me. What is Prabhakar explaining to you?' Kindly seek permission from Chiman brother (Manager) before preparing separate meals for yourself in the kitchen (Other than usual meals for Ashram members). Don’t be impatient. Indira speaks to me There is nothing to feel bad about it. Chimanlal is an indispensable person (as Manager). He must be obeyed. Gandhi has signed at least two passages 'Bapu' The diary is largely written in Gujerati but the first few pages are in English. Gandhi's comments are written in Gujerati. The handwritten text fills sixteen pages of the diary, with Gandhi's remarks noted on at least eight of those pages. A previous translation of the diary (not supplied) had highlighted some interesting revelations from the woman, including a paranormal experience at night (Page 9, right side), a visit by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel meeting Gandhi and another man and all three sharing a joke (Page 7, left side) and a celibate lady in the ashram having physical relations with a man also in the ashram (Page 8, right side). A unique item relating to Gandhi's Ashram and his teachings. The book measures 20cm x 16cm, and survives generally in very good condition albeit with some rusting of staples, and wear from age / use. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi (2 October 1869 – 30 January 1948) was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist and political ethicist who employed nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India's independence from British Rule, and in turn inspire movements for civil rights and freedom across the world. Gandhi's birthday, 2 October, is commemorated in India as Gandhi Jayanti, a national holiday, and worldwide as the International Day of Nonviolence. Gandhi is commonly, though not formally, considered the Father of the Nation in India, and was commonly called Bapu (Father).

Auction archive: Lot number 70
Auction:
Datum:
21 May 2022
Auction house:
East Bristol Auctions
Hanham Business Park 1
Memorial Road
Bristol, BS15 3JE
United Kingdom
info@eastbristol.co.uk
+44 (0)117 967 1000
Beschreibung:

Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948) - Diary - a c1930s ' Progress Diary ' used and owned by a woman staying in Gandhi Ashram who was a pupil of Gandhi. He would teach her vocabulary, spinning wheel, cookery and various other interpersonal skills and subjects in line with his 'Young India' vision of the time. The diary contains details about the daily routines and general life at The Ashram, sometimes in great detail - including praying, diet, and timings. As part of his teachings, Gandhi would periodically review the diary and add his own corrections or comments where needed. His markings and comments range in length, with some of the shorter ones reading 'There are many mistakes in your Gujarati language. Henceforth that shall not happen'. Other comments in other areas include; 'Scope for more Improvement,' and 'Has been read'. Longer paragraphs can also be found, including: 'If the dough of Indian flat bread (Roti) does not have clarified butter (Ghee/oil) then don’t roast on flame and eat it. Even, If its still prepared it doesn’t bother me. What is Prabhakar explaining to you?' Kindly seek permission from Chiman brother (Manager) before preparing separate meals for yourself in the kitchen (Other than usual meals for Ashram members). Don’t be impatient. Indira speaks to me There is nothing to feel bad about it. Chimanlal is an indispensable person (as Manager). He must be obeyed. Gandhi has signed at least two passages 'Bapu' The diary is largely written in Gujerati but the first few pages are in English. Gandhi's comments are written in Gujerati. The handwritten text fills sixteen pages of the diary, with Gandhi's remarks noted on at least eight of those pages. A previous translation of the diary (not supplied) had highlighted some interesting revelations from the woman, including a paranormal experience at night (Page 9, right side), a visit by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel meeting Gandhi and another man and all three sharing a joke (Page 7, left side) and a celibate lady in the ashram having physical relations with a man also in the ashram (Page 8, right side). A unique item relating to Gandhi's Ashram and his teachings. The book measures 20cm x 16cm, and survives generally in very good condition albeit with some rusting of staples, and wear from age / use. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi (2 October 1869 – 30 January 1948) was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist and political ethicist who employed nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India's independence from British Rule, and in turn inspire movements for civil rights and freedom across the world. Gandhi's birthday, 2 October, is commemorated in India as Gandhi Jayanti, a national holiday, and worldwide as the International Day of Nonviolence. Gandhi is commonly, though not formally, considered the Father of the Nation in India, and was commonly called Bapu (Father).

Auction archive: Lot number 70
Auction:
Datum:
21 May 2022
Auction house:
East Bristol Auctions
Hanham Business Park 1
Memorial Road
Bristol, BS15 3JE
United Kingdom
info@eastbristol.co.uk
+44 (0)117 967 1000
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