Why war? The absurdity of violence and the silent power of works of mercy
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In times of war and widespread fear, works of mercy remain a concrete and necessary sign of peace.
- War as a contradiction of humanity
- The “why” that remains unanswered
- Fear and insecurity: the everyday face of conflict
- Le works of mercy as a grammar of peace
1. War as a contradiction of humanity
War continues to present itself as one of the greatest contradictions of our time. In a world with unprecedented tools for dialogue, cooperation, and development, armed violence remains a destructive and disproportionate response.
It is not only the material devastation that is striking, but the profound fracture it leaves in human relationships and in the dignity of individuals.
2. The “why” that remains unanswered
In the face of escalating conflicts, a question forcefully recurs: why? Why does hatred seem to prevail over justice and the possibility of encounter? The reasons are many, but none can fully justify the destruction that war wreaks. A void of meaning remains, challenging the collective and individual conscience.
3. Fear and insecurity: the everyday face of conflict
War doesn't just happen in conflict zones. It spreads as a global climate of fear and insecurity that affects daily life. The constant perception of threat breeds mistrust, isolation, and social fragility. It's a form of violence that creeps in slowly, eroding trust and hope.
4. The works of mercy as a grammar of peace
In this scenario, the task of those who promote peace becomes more difficult but also more urgent.
Words aren't enough: we need concrete, daily, credible gestures. The works of mercy then become a true grammar of peace: welcoming, caring, visiting, supporting, and sharing the fragility of others.
These are signs that overturn the logic of war and make visible a possible alternative, founded not on hatred but on proximity and care.
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- Image digitally created by spazio + spadoni
In times of war and widespread fear, works of mercy remain a concrete and necessary sign of peace.
- War as a contradiction of humanity
- The “why” that remains unanswered
- Fear and insecurity: the everyday face of conflict
- Le works of mercy as a grammar of peace
1. War as a contradiction of humanity
War continues to present itself as one of the greatest contradictions of our time. In a world with unprecedented tools for dialogue, cooperation, and development, armed violence remains a destructive and disproportionate response.
It is not only the material devastation that is striking, but the profound fracture it leaves in human relationships and in the dignity of individuals.
2. The “why” that remains unanswered
In the face of escalating conflicts, a question forcefully recurs: why? Why does hatred seem to prevail over justice and the possibility of encounter? The reasons are many, but none can fully justify the destruction that war wreaks. A void of meaning remains, challenging the collective and individual conscience.
3. Fear and insecurity: the everyday face of conflict
War doesn't just happen in conflict zones. It spreads as a global climate of fear and insecurity that affects daily life. The constant perception of threat breeds mistrust, isolation, and social fragility. It's a form of violence that creeps in slowly, eroding trust and hope.
4. The works of mercy as a grammar of peace
In this scenario, the task of those who promote peace becomes more difficult but also more urgent.
Words aren't enough: we need concrete, daily, credible gestures. The works of mercy then become a true grammar of peace: welcoming, caring, visiting, supporting, and sharing the fragility of others.
These are signs that overturn the logic of war and make visible a possible alternative, founded not on hatred but on proximity and care.
Image
- Image digitally created by spazio + spadoni
Image digitally created by spazio + spadoni
