Your cravings as a human animal do not become a prayer just because it is God whom you ask to attend to them.
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Beneath the hush a whisper from long ago, promising peace of mind and a burden shared. No peace which is not peace for all, no rest until all has been fulfilled.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of shared peace and collective fulfillment.
Dag Hammarskjold's quote reflects the idea that true peace of mind cannot be achieved in isolation; it emphasizes collective responsibility and the need for everyone to work together to ensure that peace is a holistic experience. The promise of peace is intertwined with the notion that until all individuals find rest and satisfaction, none can be truly at peace.
Themes
PeaceCollectiveFulfillmentResponsibilityMindfulness
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about community service and the importance of helping one another.
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