Attacking Quote by Ayya Khema
“If we divide into two camps--even into violent and the nonviolent--and stand in one camp while attacking the other, the world will never have peace. We will always blame and condemn those we feel are responsible for wars and social injustice, without recognizing the degree of violence within ourselves. We must work on ourselves and also with those we condemn if we want to have a real impact.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Buddhist Teachings on Non‑Violence, 1995
Peace requires recognizing and transforming our own violent tendencies, not just condemning external aggression.
In simple terms: Peace needs inner work, not just blaming others.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner non‑violence and empathy.
Themes
inner work
peace
non‑violence
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- social activism
- community building
Key Concepts
self‑reflection
compassion
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner patterns fuel external conflict?
- How can we practice compassion toward those we oppose?
A Different Perspective
Changing others without self‑change is ineffective.
