True peace is not merely
the absence of tension;
it is the presence of justice.
--Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Because of his love of peace, St. Martin of Tours’ feast day has traditionally been used as a day to sign peace treaties. One of the most significant of these treaties was the Treaty of Versailles, which ended World War I. As we celebrate Veterans Day, we remember him and others who have fought to protect us and restore peace in the world.
[Pope Benedict XVI once said,] May St. Martin help us to understand that only by means of a common commitment to sharing is it possible to respond to the great challenge of our times: to build a world of peace and justice where each person can live with dignity. This can be achieved if a world model of authentic solidarity prevails which assures to all inhabitants of the planet food, water, necessary medical treatment, and also work and energy resources as well as cultural benefits, scientific and technological knowledge.
May we look to the example of St. Martin of Tours, willingly making sacrifices for the good of our neighbors and seeking peace during troubled times. On this Veterans Day, we thank all of the individuals who have served in the United States Armed Forces, fighting for justice and working to restore peace in our world.
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