Violence and war lead only to death.
Interpretation
Violence and war result in destruction and loss of life, emphasizing the importance of peace.
Pope Francis' quote highlights the devastating consequences of violence and war, underscoring the futility of such actions. It calls for a reflection on the profound loss of life caused by conflict and advocates for the pursuit of peace as a more noble and constructive path forward.
In practice
This quote can be used in a speech advocating for peace initiatives.
We are a church of sinners but we must not be afraid of holiness. Do not be afraid to aim for holiness and turn yourselves over to the love of God. Holiness does not mean performing extraordinary things but carrying out daily things in an extraordinary way that is with love, joy and faith.
I join the March for Life in Washington with my prayers. May God help us respect all life, especially the most vulnerable.
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This Christmas may we be consistent in living the Gospel, welcoming Jesus into the centre of our lives.
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if they put an iron circle around your neck I will bite it away
Courage, the footstool of the Virtues, upon which they stand.
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I was not afraid of the press or the militants. It was uncomfortable, but I was not afraid. With respect to the press, I knew I knew more than they knew about city matters. With respect to the militants, I understood it. I mean, everybody believed in those days that they were being screwed, you know, that somebody was getting ahead of them.
I'm not scared of many things in front of the camera. Everywhere else, yes, I'm terrified. But acting is just pretending, and you are exploring feelings in a safe environment.
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