WAR BETWEEN NATIONS IS INEVITABLE.
[19th November, 2008].
"What kind of victory is it when someone is left defeated? What difference does it make to the dead, the orphans, and the homeless, whether the mad destruction is wrought under the name of totalitarianism or the holy name of liberty and democracy. What is a war criminal? Was not war itself a crime against God and humanity, and, therefore, were not all those who sanctioned, engineered and conducted wars, war criminals? The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong. Non-cooperation with evil is a sacred duty." - Gandhi.
One of the most feared consequences of a war today is that it may lead to a third world war, which in turn, might destroy all of humanity. It is quite wrong to say that wars between nations are inevitable. It has been more than sixty years since a major travesty occurred on the international front- in the form of the Second World War during 1939 - 1945. Since then, a myriad number of peace talks have been held between various parties to curb wars. The United Nations Organisation, formed after the Second World War, has done its level best to prevent the advent of another world war, and has achieved complete success!
If the question is asked: Why do we need wars? Are they necessary? Can you give any sort of justification for the lives of millions being consumed in the name of war? Then, you'll undoubtedly find yourself speechless, with no answer to give!
I am of the opinion that wars are nothing but an ostentatious way of proving a nation's military strength. The more wars a nation wins does not make any difference to its international war power. On the other hand, it totally cripples a teeming number of people for life, kills a lot more, and weakens the nation's economy and military strength. But most of all, the biggest blow is to the nations' morality, ethics, and civic sense.
Today, the U.N., situated in New York, helps in maintaining international peace, security, harmony, and co-operation. One of its principles, enshrined in its doctrine, states that "all member nations must respect each other's independence". It is with this view that Imperialism, and Fascism are no longer in existence, and Democracy is carving its way out as the most sought after form of Government in the world.
Peace talks are held in plenty between nations these days, as diplomats are sent from one country to another to attend international peace forums. Ambassadors are sent overseas to other nations to initiate and etch out a relationship of friendship between nations. All of this is being done just to facilitate peace on the international front!
The Father Of The Nation, Mahatma Gandhi had once said, "An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind." Being vindictive will not get you anywhere. Taking revenge on another nation will weaken both the nations, and this in turn will make "the whole world blind". Mahatma Gandhi, the pillar behind the Indian freedom struggle, proved to the world that it requires non-violence, and truth to settle any dispute, A war will never lead you anywhere. The principles of "Satyagraha", and "Ahimsa" followed by Gandhiji were considered weak and puny by many, but that was what shook the British Empire to its very foundation, and ultimately gave us freedom from the British.
This is a classic epitome of how how a war can be avoided. Patience, benevolence, truth, and love are the attributes of the strong; just as violence is of the weak. Such was Gandhiji's contribution to world peace that the U.N. now recognises the 2nd of October, Gandhi Jayanti, as the "International Day of Non-Violence".
Albert Einstein once remarked, "I don't know what weapons will be used during the Third World War; but I do know that the Fourth World War will be fought with sticks, and stones." It is high time we realise that the most efficient tool we possess is love, and truth. It is something that can move even the hardest of souls towards redemption. We must not leave ourselves so impoverished that we are left with nothing but sticks, and stones in the future; that we are back to the start.
A war is just a nefarious way of settling a dispute. It is a fight that has no soul. The weak fight; the strong compromise. The power to start or end a war lies with the warring nations, and thus it would be unwarranted to say that it is inevitable since a nation could end a war at her own free will.
All the killing, and blood-spilling in the past should serve as a landmark reminder for our future. We must honour, and respect the integrity of each nation's individuality, and avoid wars at all costs.
This very much answers the question for the need of wars. And the answer is that it is totally un-required! Thus I'd say that wars between nations are not inevitable, and therefore we should avoid any form of violence.
Spread peace instead!
[19th November, 2008].
"What kind of victory is it when someone is left defeated? What difference does it make to the dead, the orphans, and the homeless, whether the mad destruction is wrought under the name of totalitarianism or the holy name of liberty and democracy. What is a war criminal? Was not war itself a crime against God and humanity, and, therefore, were not all those who sanctioned, engineered and conducted wars, war criminals? The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong. Non-cooperation with evil is a sacred duty." - Gandhi.
One of the most feared consequences of a war today is that it may lead to a third world war, which in turn, might destroy all of humanity. It is quite wrong to say that wars between nations are inevitable. It has been more than sixty years since a major travesty occurred on the international front- in the form of the Second World War during 1939 - 1945. Since then, a myriad number of peace talks have been held between various parties to curb wars. The United Nations Organisation, formed after the Second World War, has done its level best to prevent the advent of another world war, and has achieved complete success!
If the question is asked: Why do we need wars? Are they necessary? Can you give any sort of justification for the lives of millions being consumed in the name of war? Then, you'll undoubtedly find yourself speechless, with no answer to give!
I am of the opinion that wars are nothing but an ostentatious way of proving a nation's military strength. The more wars a nation wins does not make any difference to its international war power. On the other hand, it totally cripples a teeming number of people for life, kills a lot more, and weakens the nation's economy and military strength. But most of all, the biggest blow is to the nations' morality, ethics, and civic sense.
Today, the U.N., situated in New York, helps in maintaining international peace, security, harmony, and co-operation. One of its principles, enshrined in its doctrine, states that "all member nations must respect each other's independence". It is with this view that Imperialism, and Fascism are no longer in existence, and Democracy is carving its way out as the most sought after form of Government in the world.
Peace talks are held in plenty between nations these days, as diplomats are sent from one country to another to attend international peace forums. Ambassadors are sent overseas to other nations to initiate and etch out a relationship of friendship between nations. All of this is being done just to facilitate peace on the international front!
The Father Of The Nation, Mahatma Gandhi had once said, "An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind." Being vindictive will not get you anywhere. Taking revenge on another nation will weaken both the nations, and this in turn will make "the whole world blind". Mahatma Gandhi, the pillar behind the Indian freedom struggle, proved to the world that it requires non-violence, and truth to settle any dispute, A war will never lead you anywhere. The principles of "Satyagraha", and "Ahimsa" followed by Gandhiji were considered weak and puny by many, but that was what shook the British Empire to its very foundation, and ultimately gave us freedom from the British.
This is a classic epitome of how how a war can be avoided. Patience, benevolence, truth, and love are the attributes of the strong; just as violence is of the weak. Such was Gandhiji's contribution to world peace that the U.N. now recognises the 2nd of October, Gandhi Jayanti, as the "International Day of Non-Violence".
Albert Einstein once remarked, "I don't know what weapons will be used during the Third World War; but I do know that the Fourth World War will be fought with sticks, and stones." It is high time we realise that the most efficient tool we possess is love, and truth. It is something that can move even the hardest of souls towards redemption. We must not leave ourselves so impoverished that we are left with nothing but sticks, and stones in the future; that we are back to the start.
A war is just a nefarious way of settling a dispute. It is a fight that has no soul. The weak fight; the strong compromise. The power to start or end a war lies with the warring nations, and thus it would be unwarranted to say that it is inevitable since a nation could end a war at her own free will.
All the killing, and blood-spilling in the past should serve as a landmark reminder for our future. We must honour, and respect the integrity of each nation's individuality, and avoid wars at all costs.
This very much answers the question for the need of wars. And the answer is that it is totally un-required! Thus I'd say that wars between nations are not inevitable, and therefore we should avoid any form of violence.
Spread peace instead!
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