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What does it mean?
Peace can only be achieved by making peace with one's adversaries.
In plain terms
You must reconcile with enemies to have peace.
What can you take from it?
Seek reconciliation with opponents.

Where it applies

  • post‑war settlements
  • personal grudges

Putting it to work

  • facilitating conflict mediation

Questions to consider

  • What steps are needed to make peace with an enemy?

Another view

Some enemies may be unwilling to negotiate.

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