Where Peace Begins

In a world overwhelmed by war, quarrel and inner turmoil, Where Peace Begins unites the artistic voices of the world, such as, Croatia, Greece, India, Japan, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Montenegro, Nigeria, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the United States, and many more. All these voices aim for one and the same, timeless purpose-peace. The poems, which are fruits of different cultures and lived experiences, are the silent light-bearers showing the way from chaos to peace. They consist of compassionate and healing meditations and also reflect on the hurt of humanity. Every poem urges the reader to stop, take a breath, and find again that kindness that is so often overlooked. The poets encounter the shadow side and at the same time they dare to see the light. They declare that peace is not only the absence of struggle; it comes from the involvement of empathetic, understanding and loving attitudes. This collection of writings is like a shelter for the depressed one. It tells us that peace is the seed that is sown in inner-self and then it sprouts in small deeds of consciousness, love, and Ahimsa. Let these pages be a source of insight, strength and the enduring understanding that the human spirit can still opt for love even in the hardest of times. About the Editor Dr. Sweta Kumari is a bilingual poet, independent researcher, film scholar, interviewer, editor, and cultural activist from Bihar, India. She has done B.A., M.A. (Gold-Medalist), and Ph.D. in English from Magadh University, Bodh-Gaya, Bihar. She has also qualified for UGC NET in English. Her scholarly and creative work spans over 24+ peer-reviewed research papers, and 16+ edited poetry and research books. Dr. Thameera Manju is an international and national award-winning writer, senior journalist, and distinguished scholar of literature with 25 years of experience.