The most pious man can't stay in peace If it doesn't please his evil neighbor.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Peace is fragile and depends on the disposition of those around you.
- In plain terms
- Even a good person cannot keep peace if others are hostile.
- What can you take from it?
- Peace requires cooperation from all sides.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is required to maintain peace?
Another view
It assumes personal piety should dictate external peace.
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