Community Quote by Eknath Easwaran
“International war is the sum total of millions of individual wars, raging in the minds of the people, between what is selfish and what is selfless. To the extent that you and I develop selflessness in our own hearts, to that extent we contribute to peace in our family, community, country, and world.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Mantram Handbook", 2005
Peace arises when individuals cultivate selflessness, counteracting the internal wars driven by selfishness.
In simple terms: Selflessness in hearts leads to broader peace.
Key Takeaway
Practice selflessness to foster personal and societal peace.
Themes
peace
selflessness
inner conflict
community
spiritual growth
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
inner war
selfishness
compassion
collective harmony
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you nurture selflessness daily?
- What obstacles hinder your inner peace?
A Different Perspective
Selflessness can be difficult to sustain amid personal desires.
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