Peace is not the silence after battle
When the vanquished live their lives in fear.
Peace comes when we nurture care for others,
Find humanity behind their tears.

Peace is not a quiet resignation
In the face of anguish and despair.
Peace comes when we lend our voice to others,
Lifting up their suff’ring and their cares.

Peace is not an ordered way of living
Realized through systems that oppress.
Peace comes when we foster means to flourish,
Giving ways for all goods to possess.

Peace is not mere tolerance of others,
Choosing to ignore and not engage.
Peace comes when we see in one another
Neighbors all in life from age to age.
