I am at peace with God and all mankind.
Harriet TubmanRead
The peace process we all aim for will not necessarily be a result of the mere signing of a treaty or agreement. It must become a matter of our everyday lives, so that peace settles and lasts and becomes supported by everybody. We therefore have to give peace all the required care and preserve it and promote it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True peace comes from daily commitment, not just formal agreements.
This quote emphasizes that achieving lasting peace requires more than just the formalities of treaties; it necessitates a deep-rooted commitment in everyday life. This means actively nurturing, preserving, and promoting peace within ourselves and our communities, making it integral to our daily actions and thoughts, so it can truly flourish and be supported by all.
Themes
PeaceTreatyEverydayCommitmentCommunity
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about conflict resolution, one might use this quote to stress the importance of continuous effort in promoting peace.
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