Pastor's Corner April 6, 2003 |
5th Sunday of Lent |
Indian spiritual/political leader Mohandas K. Gandhi (1869-1948) once said:
"Violence and war are humanityˇ¦s greatest mistakes. Preventing war is the
responsibility of peace supporters."
Adolfo P. Esquivel was the Nobel Peace Prize winner in 1980. He was a professor of
architecture and sculpture. He received the honour for his efforts in the non-violent
resolution of the conflict between Argentina's extreme military government and
terrorism at that time.
He believed that terrorism stems from a lack of righteousness and democracy in the
world, as well as the presence of economical and cultural injustice. He stated, "No
one is born a brute."
"Liberty, Equality and Fraternity" is the slogan during the French Revolution.
Fraternity is what our global village needs the most but also lacks the most. If we all
become more considerate and understanding of each other, war can be prevented.
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