Art begins when a man, with a purpose of communicating to other people a feeling he once experienced, calls it up again within himself and expresses it by certain external signs.
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Let us forgive each other - only then will we live in peace.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Forgiveness between individuals is essential for achieving peace.
This quote by Leo Tolstoy emphasizes the importance of forgiveness in human relationships. It suggests that without forgiving one another for our wrongdoings, true peace and harmony cannot be attained, highlighting the necessity of letting go of grudges and fostering understanding to create a more peaceful existence.
Themes
ForgivenessPeaceRelationshipsUnderstandingHarmony
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a community meeting focused on conflict resolution.
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