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“Because the twentieth century was a century of violence, let us make the twenty-first a century of dialogue.” quote by Dalai Lama
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“Because the twentieth century was a century of violence, let us make the twenty-first a century of dialogue.”

Dalai Lama

About This Quote

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Advocates replacing the century’s violence with dialogue, urging peaceful communication for future generations.

In simple terms: Promote conversation over conflict.

Key Takeaway

Choose dialogue, reject violence.

Themes

peace communication future conflict resolution

Mood

hopeful serene

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • diplomacy
  • education
  • community building
  • conflict mediation

Key Concepts

non‑violence global ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can you take to foster dialogue locally?
  • How can you model peaceful communication?
A Different Perspective

Dialogue can be ignored by entrenched powers.

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