The Lord heareth the prayers of those who ask to put aside hatred. But he is deaf to those who would flee from love.
A conquering king will banish from his breast hatred towards one whom he no longer fears.
Even enemies were an inch away from friendship.
In speaking powerfully and eloquently for mercy and reconciliation to people divided by old hatreds and persecuted by abuse of power, the Holy Father was a beacon of light not just for Catholics, but for all people.
It is only in Washington where many still have a lingering animosity for the political parties. My friends, we need to get over it.
Love those you hate you.
No sacrifice which a lover would make for his beloved is too great for us to make for our enemy.
To get rid of an enemy one must love him.
There's something about love that builds up and is creative. There is something about hate that tears down and is destructive. So love your enemies.
It is certainly impossible to imagine forgiving the enemy while their animus remains undefeated.
