Kingdom of god Quote by Leo Tolstoy
““It is said that one swallow does not make a summer, but can it be that because one swallow does not make a summer another swallow, sensing and anticipating summer, must not fly? If every blade of grass waited similarly summer would never occur. And it is the same with establishing the Kingdom of God: we must not think about whether we are the first or the thousandth swallow.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: War and Peace (paraphrased) by Leo Tolstoy, 1869
Progress requires many contributors; waiting for a single pioneer delays change.
In simple terms: Change needs many participants.
Support collective effort.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- community projects
- social movements
- environmental activism
- faith groups
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you motivate others to join your cause?
- What small steps can you take today?
Individual actions may feel insignificant.