Peace is not a silent state That comes upon us from within Serene, detached, oblivious Peace is not a force like rain That comes, unbidden, from above Gentle, enfolding, natural Peace is fire! Yes, peace is fire! And peace is passion! Peace requires a strength of will A certain courage, a heart of iron A force abiding to fulfill (Abiding to fulfill) Peace is not a foregone fate For peace, like war, must be waged Mindfully, deliberately With arms, with arms ever ready And eyes wide open