Dear Editor,
Soon mankind the world over will once again after two thousand and sixteen years be observing and celebrating Christmas.
Yet, as we watch the news and look around us, what we do see: bombings, wars, terrorist attacks, injustice between rich and poor, oppression by those in power over the powerless.
Where is the much yearned for era of peace, so anticipated by people of goodwill?
Peace, we must remember, is first and foremost the fruit of justice. Hence, the common slogan during many protests and marches: “No justice, no peace.”
So, how can we do our part to help usher in an era of peace in our world and in our communities? For starters, by confronting injustice in our own lives, and in those we meet.
Are we discriminating against another, looking down upon another because of the colour of their skin, their different religious beliefs, or way of dress? Then perhaps we need to confront that in our own lives.
Is a student at school or a colleague at work isolated and ostracised because they don’t make the cut and do not fit into the group? Stand up for that person and speak out, even when at risk of being ostracised yourself.
When we see a person down on their luck, do what we can to assist them, remembering that one day we may find ourselves in the same situation.
May the love and peace shared by the celebration of the birth of the child Jesus permeate the hearts of all people of goodwill.
Yours faithfully,
Rooplall Dudhnath
