Community means caring: caring for people. Dietrich Bonhoeffer says: "He who loves community destroys community; he who loves the brethren builds community." A community is not an abstract ideal.
Jean VanierRead
But the people of the disaster area fundamentally needed to understand that the rest of Australia had noticed their misery and their stoicism and their intense sense of community and determination to arise from the sodden wreckage of their homes, and that Australians would dig deep to help. I helped to describe the community ethos which quickly triumphed over incipient despair. It is this mobilisation of the unifying spirit that thrills us all, even as we mourn.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the importance of community support and resilience in the face of disaster.
Peter Cosgrove's quote emphasizes the significance of community spirit during times of hardship. It suggests that even in the aftermath of disaster, the collective determination and strong bonds within a community can inspire hope and motivate others to offer assistance. The awareness and responsiveness of the wider society play a crucial role in fostering recovery and healing, showcasing the profound impact of compassion and unity.
Themes
CommunityResilienceSupportTogethernessDetermination
In practice
Example use cases
The quote can be used in speeches about community service initiatives to inspire action against adversity.
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