"When we turn to one another for counsel we reduce the number of our enemies"
- Kahlil Gibran
About this Quote
This quote by Kahlil Gibran motivates us to consult from those around us, rather than relying exclusively on our own judgement. By doing so, we can decrease the number of our opponents. This is due to the fact that when we turn to one another for counsel, we are most likely to make choices that are useful to all parties involved. This can help to produce a more harmonious relationship in between us and those around us, as we are more likely to come to a good understanding. Furthermore, by consulting from others, we can acquire a much better understanding of various point of views and opinions, which can assist us to make more educated choices. Eventually, this quote motivates us to reach out to those around us for advice, as it can help to minimize the variety of our enemies and create a more unified relationship.
This quote is written / told by Kahlil Gibran between January 6, 1883 and April 10, 1931. He was a famous Poet from Lebanon.
The author also have 89 other quotes.
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"A man who was completely innocent, offered himself as a sacrifice for the good of others, including his enemies, and became the ransom of the world. It was a perfect act"
"Have we not come to such an impasse in the modern world that we must love our enemies - or else? The chain reaction of evil - hate begetting hate, wars producing more wars - must be broken, or else we shall be plunged into the dark abyss of annihilation"
