Quote by Muhammad Yunus

I said peace is sometimes narrowly interpreted it's the absence of conflict between nations or something. But peace is more inherent, more basic to human life, human beings, what we feel about each other, what we feel about life around us and what we see in our future.

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Summary

This quote highlights the notion that peace should not merely be understood as the absence of war or conflict between nations. The speaker argues that peace has a broader and deeper meaning. They suggest that peace is inherent to human existence, existing within our relationships with others and our perception of the world. It encompasses our feelings towards one another and the environment, as well as our vision for a harmonious future. The quote invites us to expand our understanding of peace beyond political and international realms, emphasizing its significance in our personal lives and broader global context.

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By Muhammad Yunus

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