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Peace and Nonviolence Testimony

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QUERIES ON PEACE and NONVIOLENCE

Friends oppose and refuse to engage in war and violence. In pursuit of lasting, sustainable peace, we seek to eliminate causes of violent conflict, such as poverty, exploitation, and intolerance.

In renouncing war and violence, Friends embrace the transforming power of love and the power of nonviolence, striving for peace in daily interactions with family, neighbors, fellow community members, and those from every corner of the world.

Friends endeavor to see “that of God” in every person, regardless of nationality, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability or social status.

For us, peace is not just ending war or violence, but nurturing the capacity of individuals, communities, and societies to sustain harmonious relationships based on mutual respect and caring for the welfare of all. We seek to reconcile enemies and serve the needs of all sides torn by violent strife.

1. How can we stop wars from happening? How can we help people not to feel hatred for one another?

2. What do we say to others about how we feel about war and peace? How can people work together to make peace more likely?

3. What do we say if someone does not agree with the way we feel about war? What can we do if most of our friends and neighbors disagree? How does it feel when even our teachers and most adults whom we know disagree?

4. Should taxpayers refuse to pay the part of their taxes used for weapons and soldiers — even if it is against the law? What does it mean to be a “conscientious objector”? How can we help others to learn about becoming a “C.O.” instead of a soldier?

5. Do we try to be nonviolent? Do we understand what this means?

6. How could we be an example to others of nonviolence?

7. How can we settle disputes nonviolently? How could nations solve differences nonviolently?

8. What do you do when you’re angry, afraid, or frustrated? Could you do anything differently?

9. Do you talk with your family about ways to act nonviolently?

10. How can I be more open to seeking the goodness in people who act with violence and hatred?

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