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“Non-violence confronts systematic injustice with active love, but refuses to retaliate with further violence under any circumstances. In order to halt the vicious cycles of violence, it requires a willing acceptance of suffering and death rather than inflicting suffering or death on anyone else.”

Quote by John Dear

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Living Peace: A Spirituality of Contemplation and Action

Living Peace delves into the concept of spirituality as a means to achieve peace, emphasizing both contemplative practices and active engagement in the world. The book likely examines how individuals can cultivate a peaceful state of mind and contribute to a more tranquil society through a blend of introspection and outward action. more

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John Dear
John Dear

John Dear is an American Catholic priest known for his peace movement and anti-war activism. Born in 1959, he has been actively involved in peace advocacy and anti-war activities since the early 1980s. more

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