Peace hath her victories, not less renowned than war.' This is a famous wise saying by a learned philosopher. This reveals that peace wins always even if there are wars taking place everywhere. What does real peace mean? It doesn't mean only absence of war, but also the freedom from anxiety. All the human beings long for peace even if they can not live in peace. Peace leads to joy, long life and also development of standards of living.To live in peace all should be treated equally and their human rights should be protected by law.Has anyone of the religious leaders ever taught us to fight over race or religion? No, never. Instead everyone of them has asked us to live in peace and harmony, co-operating with others.They have specially asked us to forgive and forget the wrong things done to us by others.
The wars prevailing in our country and in the world, have led to the untimely death of youth in millions. Many people have been orphaned or handicapped as a result. Some soldiers are traumatised. Many people who were living in war zones are now living as refugees in camps. They have lost their beloved family members and hard-earned wealth. All live sorrowful lives without any peace.
When there is peace in the country, the government can utilise the money spent on war for the development of our country. There will be more employment opportunities and finally Sri Lanka will even be able to transform herself as a queen of the world, being a developed and top class country. Also many valuable lives of our youth, especially soldiers will be saved.May the light of peace shine upon us and guide us as a lighthouse which guides ships in darkness because 'United we stand, divided we fall.'
Then, all humans can live a life bound by peace, forever.
No comments:
Post a Comment