Know that all healing forces are within, not without! The applications from without are merely to create within a coordinating mental and spiritual force.
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Peace must begin within self before there can come action or self application in a way to bring peace-even in thine own household, in thine own vicinity, in thine own state or nation.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Inner peace is essential for creating harmony in the outside world.
Edgar Cayce emphasizes the importance of cultivating peace within oneself as a prerequisite for promoting peace in broader contexts such as household, community, or even nation. It suggests that true change begins internally, advocating for personal responsibility in the pursuit of tranquility and harmony.
Themes
PeaceInner PeaceSelfHarmonyAction
In practice
Example use cases
During a community meeting on conflict resolution, I would share this quote to emphasize the importance of personal peace.
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