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“Hatred is never appeased by hatred in this world. By non-hatred alone is hatred appeased. This is a law eternal.” quote by Gautama Buddha
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“Hatred is never appeased by hatred in this world. By non-hatred alone is hatred appeased. This is a law eternal.”

Gautama Buddha

About This Quote

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

True peace comes from responding to hatred with non‑hatred; retaliation only continues the cycle.

In simple terms: Non‑hatred stops hatred.

Key Takeaway

Practice compassion to end conflict.

Themes

compassion peace ethics

Mood

calm inspirational

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal conflicts
  • social justice movements
  • interpersonal disagreements

Key Concepts

non‑violence karma

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you cultivate non‑hatred in anger?
  • What practices help break the cycle of retaliation?
A Different Perspective

Non‑hatred can be difficult when emotions run high.

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