Aim Quote by John of Damascus
“...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?”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: On Peace and Strife, 8th century
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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