The pursuit of peace resembles the building of a great cathedral. It is the work of a generation. In concept it requires a mater-architect; in execution, the labors of many.
Interpretation
The pursuit of peace is a long-term effort that involves thoughtful planning and the contributions of many individuals.
Hubert H. Humphrey's quote likens the pursuit of peace to constructing a grand cathedral, emphasizing that achieving peace is a generational endeavor requiring vision and collaborative effort. Just as a cathedral takes time and the hard work of many skilled laborers, so too does the creation of a peaceful society necessitate careful planning, dedication, and collective action from all members of the community.
In practice
This quote can be shared during peace rallies to emphasize the need for collective action.
It was once said that the moral test of government is how that government treats those who are in the dawn of life, the children; those who are in the twilight of life, the elderly; and those who are in the shadows of life, the sick, the needy and the handicapped.
Much of our American progress has been the product of the individual who had an idea; pursued it; fashioned it; tenaciously clung to it against all odds; and then produced it, sold it, and profited from it.
We need an America with the wisdom of experience. But we must not let America grow old in spirit.
You cannot go around and keep score. If you keep score on the good things and the bad things, you'll find out that you're a very miserable person. God gave man the ability to forget, which is one of the greatest attributes you have. Because if you remember everything that's happened to you, you generally remember that which is the most unfortunate.
Here we are the way politics ought to be in America; the politics of happiness, the politics of purpose and the politics of joy.
The President is the peoples lobbyist.
Take away the violence and who will hear the man of peace?
Nagasaki and Hiroshima remind us to put peace first every day; to work on conflict prevention and resolution, reconciliation, and dialogue; and to tackle the roots of conflict and violence.
The more peace there is in us, the more peace there will be in our troubled world.
Beyond drama and chaos, beyond anxiety and fear, lies a zone of endless peace and love. Let's all take a very deep breath, slow down for just a moment and remember this. That alone will open the door.
Purusing peace means rising above one's own wants, needs, and emotions.
Even if my country remains in war with yours. . .remember. . . i am not your enemy.
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