Peace Quotes
Not just the absence of war, but the presence of justice, understanding, and inner calm.
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"Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the triumph of wisdom over passion."Horatio Nelson
"Peace is the harvest of virtues sown in the soil of our hearts."Horatio Nelson
"I have never advocated war except as a means of peace."Ulysses S. Grant
"Let us have peace in our time."Ulysses S. Grant
"I believe that peace is the greatest achievement a nation can aspire to."Ulysses S. Grant
"The world has enough weapons of hate; we need more instruments of peace."Ulysses S. Grant
"The best way to promote peace is to be prepared for war."Robert E. Lee
"We should be merciful and kind even to our enemies."Robert E. Lee
"The greatest victories are often won without drawing a sword."Robert E. Lee
"Peace is not merely the absence of war; it is harmony of purpose."Arthur Wellesley
"One must never confuse comfort with peace."Arthur Wellesley
"The English say that I am their enemy, yet I bear them no ill will."Joan of Arc
"I am at peace with my choices."Joan of Arc
"The greatest victory is that which requires no battle."Saladin
"In unity there is strength; in division there is weakness."Saladin
"Peace is achieved through understanding, not domination."Saladin
"I have fought against the people of the North because I believed they were wrong in policy, but I have never cherished toward them those bitter or vindictive feelings."Robert E. Lee
"I came with sword and shield, but I remain with law and order."William the Conqueror
"Remember always: today's enemy may be tomorrow's ally."William the Conqueror
"The pursuit of justice is the pursuit of peace."William the Conqueror
"Peace is produced when the strong are just to the weak."Genghis Khan
"Peace is the hardest victory to achieve."Frederick the Great
"To forgive is to find peace within the soul."Joan of Arc
"I would not trade my peace for all the crowns of Europe."Joan of Arc
"To forgive is to be free."Joan of Arc
"Those who would preserve peace must prepare for war—that is the paradox of existence."Arthur Wellesley
"A kingdom divided against itself cannot stand—unity is strength."William the Conqueror
"The price of peace is eternal vigilance and constant preparation."William the Conqueror
"The greatest victory is that which requires no battle."Hannibal Barca
"Peace begins with a smile."Hannibal Barca