Why is Peace so difficult?

Question

As I looked over the skyline of a local university, I asked myself why this country still cannot solve problems that are war specific. Then, I thought about the Mt. Soledad issue in San Diego. Apparently, local Christians are rallying against the Christian cross on Mt. which is to be removed because the cross is on public land and in violation of constitutional law involving seperation of church and state. One group suggested that the top verticle part of the cross be removed making the cross and T for tolerance. What an uproar followed that suggestion! A state of WAR now exists!

Answer 1

peace isnt difficult-it is actually easy-just dont think us humans are quite ready for it yet-maybe someday-lots of love keep the peace old hippie here

Answer 2

The simple truth is that there IS a separation of church and state -at least on the books. That fact cannot be disputed. As sad as that may seem to some, it is what is written.

While it may not seem right to remove such an obviously religious icon from public view (on government-owned land. mind you), it may be better suited in another location. Perhaps a cemetery or church. But that really isn't the REAL point, is it? This isn't truly about crosses and parks.

Here we have the REAL question: Why is peace so difficult? Well, for starters, peace has never been easy. A cursory examination of man's history can teach you that. Perhaps the root to this problem is that man is still an animal, whether he wants to believe it or not. As such, he is still territorial and aggressive in defending what he deems is his. Opponents who challenge this notion are enemies. Enemies fight, battle, and wage war with each other over territories. Like dogs urinating to claim their turf, a pissing match ensues. The winner takes the prize. But what if there is no 'winner'? IS there ever a winner in war? One could argue, philosophically, that in definition, there are no winners in war, merely casualties.

There appears to be no room for compromise. There is no give and take. There are only ultimatums. Even then, that is not necessarily true...

In your real life example/question, perhaps no one has truly considered adopting the "meet in the middle" philosophy. Perhaps those who still want the cross could offer to purchase the land immediately surrounding the cross, or even offer to provide a new location for it. Perhaps the government should consider selling the small plot that the cross inhabits - and that money could be used for something that is in the public interest. Perhaps the government could offer to relocate the cross (gratis, of course) to a 'legal' location of choice by those who want the cross intact.

Those are just a few ideas and suggestions. Perhaps the result isn't exactly what everyone wants, but it's the closest you can get to "peace" without casualties.

Answer 3

If u want to claim u are truly tolerant of religious beliefs u have to recognize the rights of christians as well. To suggest that they simply desecrate a religious symbol and call it tolerance is without merit. It would probably be a better idea to allow other religious groups in the area post their own symbols there and any groups who decline to do so should stop complaining they have had a chance. As for atheists; if u dont believe in God why are u so against those that do. If it turns out that God doesnt exist and ur right about death than we'll have lost nothing because our lives will have at least had some purpose. But what will u do if u die and discover that He does exist.

Answer 4

About the main question: 1) Human Pride/Arrogance & the Other "Seven Deadlies:" try changing human's hearts & minds - "easier said..." 2) The human penchant for denial/ procrastination on issues that cry out for well-skilled remediations but instead are met with equally adept avoidance mechanisms, & 3)The human propensities for treating the truly complex problems with overly simplistic and too-often "oppositional" mindsets rather than cooperative, complementary, & reflexive mentalities, and conversely, the taking of what should be simply stated (and answered) - instead muddling the simple questions posed by others. That is why peace... such a simple notion, is so hard to achieve. God help us all.... Bless "our pointed little heads..." "And pray there's intelligent life out there in space, 'cause there's bugger all here down on Earth!"

Answer 5

People hate what they don't understand. They also fear what they don't understand and hate what they fear. In everywhere there is a battle there are actually two battles. The battle of good and evil, doing what we know is right and what is easy, and the second battle. The second battle is more complicated, it is a battle of values, one where people who value liberty and those who value equality, those who value protection and those who value personal rights, the battle where they fight. So while the battle between right and wrong rages on, both sides have a million diferent views on how it should be fought based on their values, morals, and beliefs. With so many people all thinking they are doing the right thing by blowing up buildings, or selling drugs that make people feel good, or stealing to provide for their family, they don't view themselves as the problem. Until every single person realizes they are a problem, we will not have peace. Just my theory, hope it helps you make yours.

Answer 6

There are peace lovers and peace makers. Usually the peace lovers are the ones that want to remain in their comfort zones and avoid any kind of confrontations. The peace makers are people who realize that sometimes a short term confrontation will lead to a longer sustained level of peace between groups.

Answer 7

because people make so many new things just so they can be noticed. they make different societies so they can be independent society is too diverse... republican or democrat, gay or straight, atheist or christian, gothic or emo or normal. There's so many different forms of everything that people can't handle it. That's what causes strikes at work, riot's over bringin the troops home and gays are gonna kill society (no offence to anyone). It's what causes rivalries between societies and makes wars. If i had the choice, i'd want to make society simpler.

Answer 8

Its worse than that they weren't going to let them sell it to a private citizen and they wouldn't go for that even. It wasn't because it was on public land its because its a cross.

Answer 9

Because humans are not wired to be peaceful. We will always end up disagreeing somewhere, and we will always be imperfect. A better question would be how people choose to fight which battles?

Answer 10

Because the world has become racist and judgmental and crazy.The war is still going on and peace is held beyond this mess.

Answer 11

Because people are never happy or content with all people getting along...they like to have continuous conflict going on. They always want to RUN things, like a spoiled *** child. It always has to be about them.