Quote by Elihu Root
It is to be observed that every case of war averted is a gain in g

It is to be observed that every case of war averted is a gain in general, for it helps to form a habit of peace, and community habits long continued become standards of conduct. – Elihu Root

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It is not uncommon in modern times to see governments straining every nerve to keep the peace, and the people whom they represent, with patriotic enthusiasm and resentment over real or fancied wrongs, urging them forward to war. – Elihu Root

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Nothing is more important in the preservation of peace than to secure among the great mass of the people living under constitutional government a just conception of the rights which their nation has against others and of the duties their nation owes to others. – Elihu Root

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There is so much of good in human nature that men grow to like each other upon better acquaintance, and this points to another way in which we may strive to promote the peace of the world. – Elihu Root

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The Peace Corps is guilty of enthusiasm and a crusading spirit. But were not apologetic about it. – Sargent Shriver

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Seek peace, and pursue it. Proverbs 34:14 – Bible

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There is peace more destructive of the manhood of living man than war is destructive of his material body. – Douglas William Jerrold

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When youve seen beyond yourself, then you may find, peace of mind is waiting there. – George Harrison

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