On Peace...
Times like this may #Peace as sayeth by King David, Jesus Christ, Prophet Muhammad, The Buddha, and Lao Tzu be a wise and gentle reminder.
"Turn away from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it."
- King David (OT Bible, Psalm 34:14)
"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God."
- Jesus Christ (NT Bible, Matthew 5:9)
"The best among you are those who have the best manners and character."
- Prophet Muhammad (Sahih Bulhari Hadith)
"Peace comes from within. Do not seek it from without."
- The Buddha (Dhammapada)
"When there is no desire for power and possession, all things are at peace."
- Lao Tzu (Tao Te Ching)
"Om, may we be protected together; may we be nourished together; may we work together; may our study be enlightening; may we not hate each other."
- Hindu Upanishad, Shanti Mantra
May metta peace be with us! May the intense cruelty and suffering brought about by conflict and war cease! May mankind learn to live in peace, understanding, and harmony ☯️