Top 10 most inspiring quotes by Golda Meir
- One cannot and must not try to erase the past merely because it does not fit the present.
- We can forgive the Arabs for killing our children. We cannot forgive them for forcing us to kill their children. We will only have peace with the Arabs when they love their children more than they hate us.
- Trust yourself. Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all your life. Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.
- Not being beautiful was the true blessing. Not being beautiful forced me to develop my inner resources. The pretty girl has a handicap to overcome.
- Let me tell you the one thing I have against Moses. He took us forty years into the desert in order to bring us to the one place in the Middle East that has no oil!
- Whether women are better than men I cannot say … but i can say they are certainly no worse.
- There’s no difference between one’s killing and making decisions that will send others to kill. It’s exactly the same thing, or even worse.
- Old age is like a plane flying through a storm. Once you’re aboard there’s nothing you can do.
- I’m sure that someday children in schools will study the history of the men [sic] who made war as you study an absurdity. They’ll be shocked, just as today we’re shocked with cannibalism.
- Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.
Golda Meir (1898-1978) was an Israeli stateswoman and one of the prominent leaders of the 20th century. Born in Kyiv, Ukraine (then part of the Russian Empire), she emigrated with her family to Milwaukee, USA, at an early age. In 1921, Meir moved to Palestine, then under British rule, where she became active in the Labor Zionist movement.
Throughout her political career, Meir held several significant roles, including Israel’s Minister of Labour and Foreign Minister. However, her most notable achievement came in 1969 when she became the fourth Prime Minister of Israel, making her the first woman to lead the country.
Golda Meir’s tenure as Prime Minister faced numerous challenges, including the Yom Kippur War of 1973, which tested her leadership and resolve. Despite these difficulties, she was widely respected for her strong-willed and pragmatic approach to politics.
Meir’s commitment to the Zionist cause and her efforts in nation-building earned her the nickname “The Iron Lady” of Israeli politics. Her dedication to the welfare of her nation and her vision for a secure and prosperous Israel made her a revered figure both at home and abroad.
Golda Meir’s legacy extends beyond her political accomplishments, as she remains an inspiration to women around the world for breaking barriers and proving that gender should never be a hindrance to leadership and success. Her remarkable life and contributions continue to be remembered and honored in Israel’s history.
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