"The eyes of peacemakers are watchful, caring eyes and their fellow wayfarers find warmth in them like people at the fireside. They never find a motive for fighting because they know that they are only accountable for peace and peace is not preserved through battles.
They know that dividing a single atom can unleash cosmic warfare.
They also know that there is a chain that links human beings together and that when one human cell is torn by anger, jealousy or bitterness, the reaction of war can rebound to the end of the universe.
But because they believe in spreading love, they know that whenever a little peace is created, there is planted a virus of peace that is strong enough to infect the whole earth."
- Madeleine Delbrel
beautiful. it took me many years to realize how important peacemakers are!
ReplyDeleteMe, too. And I'm not sure I'm there yet; I am too quick-tempered. :)
DeleteAnother wonderful quote!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Clare. :)
DeleteWhat great images to help us learn this virtue.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Lisa!
You're welcome! :)
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