Ideology of Peace
THE WAYS AND MEANS OF PEACE
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Rather, in going about his task, he should opt for
the gradual way. He should not be depressed by his
losses, but should rather engage himself in
purposeful activities, with his eyes on the future.
He should be content for the moment with what he
receives at the moment and patiently wait for future
blessings. He should keep his desires subservient to
the laws of nature rather than try to keep the laws
of nature subservient to his desires. The truth is
that, patience is a totally positive attitude. It is
neither negative nor passive.
A FRIEND IN THE ENEMY
The way of violence only increases the enmity of
opponents. On the contrary, the way of peace puts
an end to such enmity. It even converts enmity into
friendship. The study of human nature shows us
that a potential friend could be there inside every
enemy. We have to discover this friend, and accept
as a miracle the fact that one who had at one time
appeared to be our enemy became our closest
friend.
