Bearing fruit Quote by Kalki
““...if one keeps seeking revenge, there will be no end to violence. To avenge the Chalukya Emperor’s invasion, the Kanchi Chakravarthy will invade Vatapi. The scions of the Chalukya dynasty will invade Kanchi again to seek revenge. Just like a tree growing from a seed and seed-bearing fruit growing on that tree, the cycle of evil in this world will be never-ending. Someone must forget and forgive for the sake of this world’s well-being.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Historical Epic, 1940s (unspecified)
Endless cycles of revenge perpetuate violence; forgiveness is essential for societal peace.
In simple terms: Revenge fuels endless conflict; forgiveness breaks the cycle.
Choose forgiveness over retaliation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political negotiations
- family disputes
- community reconciliation
- post‑war rebuilding
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What would it take for you to forgive a deep hurt?
- How does collective memory sustain cycles of violence?
Forgiveness can be difficult when wounds are fresh.