Quote by Etty Hillesum

Ultimately, we have just one moral duty: to reclaim large areas of peace in ourselves, more and more peace, and to reflect it towards others. And the more peace there is in us, the more peace there will be in our troubled world.

Ultimately, we have just one moral duty: to reclaim large ar

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of cultivating inner peace as a moral responsibility. It suggests that our primary duty is to actively seek and reclaim peace within ourselves, expanding it gradually. By doing so, we become beacons of peace, radiating serenity towards others. The quote advocates that as individuals embrace and nurture peace within, its ripple effect extends to the troubled world around us. It implies that personal efforts towards inner peace contribute to creating a more harmonious and peaceful global community.

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