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By wisdom peace, by peace plenty.

By wisdom peace, by peace plenty.
Traditional

Historical period not yet established

Meaning in plain English

The saying links sound judgement with peace, and peace with conditions for prosperity. It presents a hopeful connection, not a guarantee that careful decisions will end conflict or provide plenty for everyone.

What the words are saying

The two steps describe a desired sequence: wisdom supports peace, and peaceful conditions make productive life more possible. A useful reading values decisions that reduce unnecessary conflict and allow people to concentrate on their needs and work. The short statement does not prove a universal economic or political rule. Resources, fairness and circumstances still affect what people can achieve, and a calm-looking arrangement may conceal an unresolved wrong. The practical lesson is to consider whether an agreement is both workable and fair, rather than calling the absence of open disagreement peace and assuming that abundance must follow from it.

Everyday example

A community group settles an unclear division of responsibilities fairly, leaving members better able to plan their activities instead of repeatedly arguing over the same tasks.

When to use it

Use it to value fair, workable decisions that support cooperation and useful activity.

What it does not mean

Quiet is not proof of fairness, and peace alone does not guarantee that everyone has enough.

Agent-assisted editorial interpretation. This explains the words; it does not by itself verify their author or earliest origin.

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A Dictionary of English Proverbs and Proverbial Phrases

Entry 1802 · Wisdom

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