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“Like the rainbow, peace rests upon the earth, but its arch is lost in heaven. Heaven bathes it in hues of light--it springs up amid tears and clouds--it is a reflection of the eternal sun--it is an assurance of calm--it is the sign of a great covenant between God and man--it is an emanation from…” quote by Charles Caleb Colton
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“Like the rainbow, peace rests upon the earth, but its arch is lost in heaven. Heaven bathes it in hues of light--it springs up amid tears and clouds--it is a reflection of the eternal sun--it is an assurance of calm--it is the sign of a great covenant between God and man--it is an emanation from the distant orb of immortal light.”

Charles Caleb Colton

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Peace is a fleeting, heavenly ideal that appears briefly on earth, reflecting divine promise and calm amidst turmoil.

In simple terms: Peace is a brief, divine calm on earth.

Key Takeaway

Seek divine calm in turmoil.

Themes

peace divine hope tranquility faith

Mood

reflective serene inspirational

Type

aphilosophical poetic spiritual

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • personal meditation
  • community building
  • grief coping

Key Concepts

spirituality metaphor cosmic order

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you embody peace during conflict?
  • What symbols help you feel divine calm?
A Different Perspective

Peace may feel abstract and hard to achieve in real crises.

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