--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: There is no greater block to world peace…" description: "\"There is no greater block to world peace or inner peace than fear. What we fear we tend to develop an unreasoning hatred for, so we come to hate and fe..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c4b/peace-pilgrim-1191_block_there-is-no-greater-block-to-world-peace_2551121.png" --- # There is no greater block to world peace or inner peace… ![“There is no greater block to world peace or inner peace than fear. What we fear we tend to develop an unreasoning hatred for, so we come to hate and fear. This not only injures us psychologically and aggravates world tension, but through such negative concentration we tend to attract the things we…” quote by Peace Pilgrim](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c4b/peace-pilgrim-1191_block_there-is-no-greater-block-to-world-peace_2551121.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c4b/peace-pilgrim-1191_block_there-is-no-greater-block-to-world-peace_2551121.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c4b/peace-pilgrim-1191_block_there-is-no-greater-block-to-world-peace_2551121.png) > “There is no greater block to world peace or inner peace than fear. What we fear we tend to develop an unreasoning hatred for, so we come to hate and fear. This not only injures us psychologically and aggravates world tension, but through such negative concentration we tend to attract the things we fear. If we fear nothing and radiate love, we can expect good things to come. How much this world needs the message and example of love and of faith!” [Peace Pilgrim](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/peace-pilgrim/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Fear creates hatred and attracts more fear, while love dissolves fear and draws positive outcomes, fostering inner and global peace. **In simple terms:** Fear breeds hate; love breaks the cycle. Key Takeaway Cultivate love to overcome fear. Themes peace psychology spirituality Mood hopeful serene Type spiritual practical When to use this quote - conflict resolution - mental health therapy - personal meditation - community building Key Concepts fear love attraction Questions to Reflect On - How can love be practiced in hostile environments? - What steps turn love into tangible change? 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