For peace is not mere absence of war, but is a virtue that springs from force of character: for obedience is the constant will to execute what, by the general decree of the commonwealth, ought to be done.
If you want to make peace with your enemy, you have to work with your enemy. Then he becomes your partner.
Nobody can bring you peace but yourself.
It is better to conquer yourself than to win a thousand battles.
It isn't enough to talk about peace. One must believe in it. And it isn't enough to believe in it. One must work at it.
I do not want the peace which passeth understanding, I want the understanding which bringeth peace.
You can't shake hands with a closed fist.
You cannot shake hands with a clenched fist.
There never was a good war or a bad revolution.
If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.
If everyone demanded peace instead of another television set, then there'd be peace.
First keep peace with yourself, then you can also bring peace to others.
Music is the language of the spirit. It opens the secret of life bringing peace, abolishing strife.
It is easier to lead men to combat, stirring up their passion, than to restrain them and direct them toward the patient labors of peace.
To enjoy good health, to bring true happiness to one's family, to bring peace to all, one must first discipline and control one's own mind. If a man can control his mind he can find the way to Enlightenment, and all wisdom and virtue will naturally come to him.
Better than a thousand hollow words Is one word that brings peace. Better than a thousand hollow verses Is one verse that brings peace.
Peace is not a relationship of nations. It is a condition of mind brought about by a serenity of soul. Peace is not merely the absence of war. It is also a state of mind. Lasting peace can come only to peaceful people.
Smiling is very important. If we are not able to smile, then the world will not have peace. It is not by going out for a demonstration against nuclear missiles that we can bring about peace. It is with our capacity of smiling, breathing, and being peace that we can make peace.
If there is to be any peace it will come through being, not having.
Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.
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