Tag Archives: nonviolence
A Definition of Nonviolence from Joan Baez
“That’s all nonviolence is – organized love.” -Joan Baez
César Chávez on Gandhi, Nonviolence
“Through Gandhi and my own life experience, I have learned about nonviolence. I believe that human life is a very special gift from God, and that no one has a right to take that away in any cause, however just. … Continue reading
No Defeat in Non-Violence
“There is no such thing as defeat in non-violence.” -César Chávez
César Chávez on the High Price of Nonviolence
“Non-violence exacts a very high price from one who practices it. But once you are able to meet that demand then you can do most things.” -César Chávez
César Chávez on the Effectiveness of Nonviolence
“Non-violence is a very powerful weapon. Most people don’t understand the power of non-violence and tend to be amazed by the whole idea. Those who have been involved in bringing about change and see the difference between violence and non-violence … Continue reading
Einstein on Intelligent Fools, Genius and Courage
“Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius — and a lot of courage — to move in the opposite direction.” – Albert Einstein
Edison on Non-Violence
“Non-violence leads to the highest ethics, which is the goal of all evolution. Until we stop harming all other living beings, we are still savages.” Thomas Edison
Joy Within Reach
“The gloom of the world is but a shadow. Behind it, yet within reach, is joy. There is radiance and glory in the darkness, could we but see, and to see, we have only to look. I beseech you to … Continue reading
Gandhi on Objection to Violence
“I object to violence because when it appears to do good, the good is only temporary; the evil it does is permanent.” -Mohandas Gandhi
Gandhi on the Triumph of Truth and Love
“When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of truth and love has always won. There have been tyrants and murderers and for a time they seem invincible but in the end, they always fall — think … Continue reading