Inspirational Quotes
Inspiration from Notable Figures in History
There have been many people throughout history who have spoken on the importance of peace and respect to humanity and have inspired others to work towards harmony in their society.
Friendship is the only cure for hatred, the only guarantee of peace.
Buddha (566-486 BC)
You can develop the right attitude toward others if you have kindness, love and respect for them, and a clear realization of the oneness of all human beings.
The Dalai Lama, 1989 Nobel Peace Laureate
I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed:
We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal
Dr Martin Luther King Jnr (1929-1968)
Irrespective of its sources, racism is racism. Ignorance is no excuse. Insecurity is not justification…racism in all its forms should be uncompromisingly condemned
Michael Dodson, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner 1996
If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.
Mother Teresa, Humanitarian (1910 – 1997)
As I have said, the first thing is to be honest with yourself. You can never have an impact on society if you have not changed yourself... Great peacemakers are all people of integrity, of honesty, but humility.
If you want to make peace with your enemy, you have to work with your enemy. Then he becomes your partner.
Nelson Mandala (South African Statesman & 1993 Nobel Prize for Peace)
For it isn't enough to talk about peace. One must believe in it. And it isn't enough to believe in it. One must work for it.
Eleanor Roosevelt, Humanitarian, Educator, UN Spokesperson & 32nd US First Lady (1884-1962)
If we wish to create a lasting peace we must begin with the children.
Mohandas K. Gandhi (Mahatma Gandhi), Indian leader and pacifist (1869-1948)