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“...we shall incur no slight injury, but rather great danger, if we rashly yield ourselves to the inclinations of men who aim at exciting strife and tumults, so as to draw us away from what is good? Let us cleave, therefore, to those who cultivate peace with godliness?” quote by John of Damascus
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“...we shall incur no slight injury, but rather great danger, if we rashly yield ourselves to the inclinations of men who aim at exciting strife and tumults, so as to draw us away from what is good? Let us cleave, therefore, to those who cultivate peace with godliness?”

John of Damascus

About This Quote

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

Avoid aligning with those who provoke conflict; seek companions who promote peace and godliness.

In simple terms: Stay away from agitators; follow peaceful, godly people.

Key Takeaway

Choose allies who nurture peace.

Themes

peace faith community conflict avoidance

Mood

reflective serene

Type

spiritual ethical

When to use this quote

  • church leadership
  • personal relationships
  • political activism

Key Concepts

Christian ethics social harmony spiritual discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who in your life encourages peace?
  • How do you respond when tempted by conflict?
A Different Perspective

Peaceful groups may still face external threats.

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