Compelling Quote by Eknath Easwaran
““Peace would always be less compelling than war. Perhaps that was why there was so little of it in the world. (p. 160)””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Man Who Loved Children, 1977
War is more alluring than peace, leading to its scarcity in the world.
In simple terms: War seems more attractive than peace.
Promote peace as compelling as conflict.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political debates
- media framing
- educational programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people gravitate toward conflict?
- How can peace be made appealing?
May ignore peace’s complexities and challenges.