Opting for peace does not mean a passive acquiescence to evil or compromise of principle. It demands an active struggle against hatred, oppression and disunity, but not by using methods of violence. Building peace requires creative and courageous action
Pope John Paul IIMay the death penalty, an unworthy punishment still used in some countries, be abolished throughout the world.
Pope John Paul II...if desire is predominant it can deform love between man and woman and rob them both of it.
Pope John Paul IIWars generally do not resolve the problems for which they are fought and therefore, in addition to causing horrendous damage, they prove ultimately futile.
Pope John Paul II