Judaism – Shalom as God’s gift, encompassing both material and spiritual peace. Reflection: How can we work towards a holistic peace that addresses both physical and spiritual needs in our community?

Christianity – Peace as a gift from God, surpassing human understanding and requiring love for God and neighbor. Reflection: How can we cultivate inner peace while actively working for peace in our relationships and society?

Islam – Salaam as one of God’s attributes, inviting people to the “house of peace.” Reflection: How can we create spaces of peace in our daily lives and interactions?

Hinduism – Shantih as tranquility, stillness, and calmness of spirit. Peace is highly valued and seen as essential for happiness and security. Reflection: How can we cultivate inner tranquility and calmness in our daily lives, especially in the face of external challenges?

Buddhism – Peace (santih) is identified with nirvana and the state of holiness (arhattva), which consists of absolute tranquility (upeksa). Peace is realized negatively through the practice of non-violence (ahisa) and positively through the perfection of benevolence-compassion (maitri-karuna) in dealings with all living beings. Reflection: How can we practice non-violence and compassion in our interactions with others and with nature to contribute to a more peaceful world?