The 30 best quotes about Peace

Famous quotes to spread pacifism and anti-war in the world.

We live in a globalized world, in which problems travel from one end of the planet to the other in seconds.. War conflicts, i.e. wars, have plunged human beings into the deepest decadence for centuries.

Even today, in the 21st century, peace is not present in all nations. Terrorism, armed conflicts, tensions between economic powers... A desolate panorama that causes death and suffering.

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Phrases on peace that invite us to reflect.

It is necessary to create a compilation of phrases on peace.. These famous quotes help us to remember the meaning of harmony between civilizations, from writers, thinkers and poets of different origins.

Here are some of the best quotes on peace, so that the message of reconciliation and brotherhood between peoples may spread.

1. More than a thousand useless words, a single word that grants peace is worth more than a thousand (Buddha)

A phrase of Buddha that puts peace before rancor.

2. Peace is a gift of God and, at the same time, a task for everyone (John Paul II).

The pope thus draws a parallel between the responsibility of God and that of society.

3. The most disadvantageous peace is better than the most just war (Erasmus of Rotterdam).

In any situation, it is better to lay down one's arms and engage in dialogue.

4. Peace is not for sale (Bono)

The singer of U2 is clear: there is no money that justifies war.

5. Peace is the goal to which they direct their efforts and the good to which all things aspire (Fray Luis de León).

It should be our goal as human beings and as a society.

6. To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace (George Washington).

A somewhat less pacifist phrase than the previous ones. It introduces an interesting nuance that gives much to talk about in discussions among political scientists.

7. When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.

Wars are often the fruit of ambition for economic power.

8. May the peace you announce with your words be first in your hearts (Francis of Assisi).

A prayer of the Italian saint.

9. You cannot separate peace from freedom, for no one can be at peace unless he has his freedom (Malcolm X).

The link between peace and freedom.

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10. If you want peace, don't talk to your friends, but to your enemies (Moshe Dayan)

Communication between different people is what brings understanding and harmony.

11. If we want a world of peace and justice, we must resolutely place intelligence at the service of love (Antoine de Saint-Exupéry).

The author of The Little Prince, in this beautiful poetic phrase.

12. He who has peace in his conscience, has everything (Don Bosco)

A phrase of peace pronounced by the Italian priest.

13. There is no way to peace, peace is the way (Mahatma Gandhi).

A standard bearer of pacifism.

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14. Everyone wants peace, and to ensure it, they make more weapons than ever (Antonio Mingote)

An ironic phrase that questions the defense strategy of the different states of the world.

15. Peacekeeping begins with the self-satisfaction of each individual (Dalai Lama)

A person with strong convictions and values cannot want war.

16. If we want to enjoy peace, we must guard our weapons well; if we lay down our arms, we will never have peace (Cicero).

Another of these reflections that link the fact of possessing weapons as a guarantee of peace, although it may sound counter-intuitive.

17. There is an extremely subtle and dangerous temptation to confuse peace with the simple absence of war, as we are tempted to confuse health with the absence of illness, or freedom with not being imprisoned. Terminology is sometimes misleading. For example, the expression "peaceful coexistence" means the absence of war and not true peace (Dominique Pire).

A phrase that deepens the concept of peace.

18. In international affairs, peace is a period of entrapment between two struggles (Ambrose Bierce).

An extremely pessimistic view of periods of peace.

19. Peoples in arms will never achieve prosperity (Nelson Mandela).

The South African leader was clear: there can be no prosperity if the nation is founded on violence.

20. Peace is not the absence of war, it is a virtue, a state of mind, a disposition to benevolence, trust and justice (Baruch Spinoza).

Another possible definition of the concept.

21. Peace begins with a smile (Mother Teresa of Calcutta)

A positive gesture can heal old wounds.

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22. Peace is a state of mind for which it is not necessary to meditate: it is enough to communicate with others without fear of being hurt (Jonathan García-Allen)

The psychologist explains how we can be happier.

23. Peace cannot be maintained by force. It can only be achieved through understanding (Albert Einstein).

Dialogue and trust seal harmony.

• In this link you can read more of Einstein's famous quotes and phrases.

24. That poverty is better in peace, than in war miserable wealth (Lope de Vega)

The Spanish writer preferred the security of peace to a war surrounded by abundance.

25. Never wear your best pants when you go out to fight for peace and freedom (Henrik Johan Ibsen)

Because you may have to try harder and fight harder than you intended.

26. Without peace there will be no love (Boño Martínez)

In times of war even love gets hurt.

27. Before we can achieve world peace we have to find peace in the streets (Tupac Shakur).

The American rapper lived in ghettos all his life. Hence his reflection.

28. If everyone would demand peace instead of another television, then there would be peace (John Lennon)

The beatle was one of the most memorable pacifists.

• In this link you have more quotes by John Lennon.

29. If you come with wars I'll shake your hand and say peace! (Kase.O)

The rapper from Zaragoza in one of his most acclaimed phrases.

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30. Dream of a world of love and peace, and we'll make it come true (John Lennon)

If we all pursue this goal, it will soon become real.