Peace Quotes

War is only a cowardly escape from the problems of peace.

For every minute you remain angry, you give up sixty seconds of peace of mind.

A peace that comes from fear and not from the heart is the opposite of peace.

War protects the people from the corruption which an everlasting peace would bring upon it. History shows phases which illustrate how successful wars have checked internal unrest… These nations, torn by internal strife, win peace at home as a result of war abroad.

Nothing can bring you peace but yourself. Nothing can bring you peace but the triumph of principles.

Peace is a continuation of war by other means

You can have peace. Or you can have freedom. Don’t ever count on having both at once.

Peace cannot be achieved through violence, it can only be attained through understanding.

It is easier to lead men to combat, stirring up their passion, than to restrain them and direct them toward the patient labors of peace.

Peace on earth would mean the end of civilization as we know it.