The claim
Rahul Gandhi incorrectly attributed the quote “if someone slaps you, turn your other cheek” by Mahatma Gandhi to Jesus Christ.
Original review summary
FACTLY found that Rahul Gandhi did not misattribute the quote: it originates in the Bible, and Gandhi also credited it to the Bible in his autobiography. The review says Gandhi made the remarks during his first speech as Leader of the Opposition on 1 July 2024.[S1]
Additional context
The review identifies the quote with Matthew’s Gospel and says Gandhi’s autobiography cites the Sermon on the Mount. [S1]
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Sources and attribution
- [S1] FACTLY original review
Original review · Retrieved October 17, 2026