John ScalziMaking peace is often a simple thing, but simple isn’t the same thing as easy.
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In order to make peace, something must be done. However, making peace is often a simple thing, but simple isn’t the same thing as easy. This quote by Desmond Tutu is meant to inspire us to keep working toward peace instead of giving up because it isn’t easy.
Source: Questions For A Soldier
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