It is not possible to achieve great progress by violence. Indeed, it is by kindness and gentleness that progress is achieved.
Indian emperor, spread Buddhism
General theme from edicts, not a single direct quote but a strong inference
c. 250 BCE
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"Thus speaks King Priyadarsin, Beloved of the Gods: I have had this Dhamma edict written so that my sons and grandsons and great-grandsons may follow it and live according to it. And this is for the we…"
Controversial"Even this slight progress is not to be despised. For it is by such small efforts that great results are achieved."
Controversial"I have had banyan trees planted on the roads to give shade to man and beast; I have planted mango groves, and I have had wells dug and rest-houses built at intervals along the roads."
Strange & Unusual"The beloved of the gods, king Piyadasi, honors both ascetics and the householders of all religions, and he honors them with gifts and honors of various kinds."
Strange & Unusual"The beloved of the gods, king Piyadasi, speaks thus: I have had this Dhamma edict written that it may last long and that my descendants may act in conformity with it."
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