In an era where tuning in to the television can evoke anxiety and scrolling through social media immerses you in a vortex of comparison, it becomes crucial to discover a wellspring of serenity and peace from within.
Peace, defined as freedom from disturbance, manifests differently for each individual—whether it be inner equilibrium or global unity. Whether you’re embarking on a personal quest for inner harmony or fostering better relationships in your community and beyond, the tranquil sensation of peace has a soothing effect. Spanning the wisdom of authors, spiritual leaders, and influential figures, this compilation of peace quotes encompasses various dimensions of tranquility, urging readers to pause and contemplate before leaving their imprint on the world.
Whether you’re in search of a poignant quote for a friend’s card, endeavoring to embrace your own inner peace, or in need of inspiration for a social media post, let this assembly of peace quotes serve as your compass toward a more harmonious world.
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- “Nothing can bring you peace but yourself.” ― Ralph Waldo Emerson
- “You cannot find peace by avoiding life.” ― Michael Cunningham
- “It is not enough to win a war; it is more important to organize the peace.” ― Aristotle
- “You find peace not by rearranging the circumstances of your life, but by realizing who you are at the deepest level.” ― Eckhart Tolle
- “Peace is not something you wish for, it is something you make, something you are, something you do and something you give away. ” ― Robert Fulghum
- “You have peace,” the old woman said, “when you make it with yourself.” ― Mitch Albom
- “Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.” ― Siddhārtha Gautama
- “You have everything you need for complete peace and total happiness right now.” ― Wayne W. Dyer
- “World peace must develop from inner peace. Peace is not just mere absence of violence. Peace is, I think, the manifestation of human compassion.” ― Dalai Lama XIV
- “Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, man will not himself find peace.” ― Albert Schweitzer
- Without inner peace, outer peace is impossible. We all wish for world peace, but world peace will never be acheived unless we first establish peace within our own minds. We can send so-called ‘peacekeeping forces’ into areas of conflict, but peace cannot be oppossed from the outside with guns. Only by creating peace within our own mind and helping others to do the same can we hope to achieve peace in this world.” ― Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
- Peace begins with a smile.” ― Mother Teresa
- “Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh
- “If you love me as you say you do,” she whispered, “Make it so that I am at peace.” ― Leo Tolstoy
- “You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one. I hope someday you’ll join us. And the world will live as one.” ― John Lennon