To get rid of an enemy one must love him.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Love transforms hostility and removes enemies.
- In plain terms
- Love your enemy to stop them from being one.
- What can you take from it?
- Use love to resolve conflict.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who can you show kindness to?
Another view
Not all enemies respond to love or intent harm.
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