Thailand Bombing - Senseless Violence - This calls for a Unity of PEACE

On the Monday 17th August, they are calling this the worst ever bomb attack in Central Bangkok, Thailand which took place at the popular Erawan Shrine. This is the hotspot for Hindu, Muslim and Buddhist tourists, where the bomb claimed the lives of 22 people and injured 123.

How can this be?

 Why is there such a thirst for shedding blood and stealing the lives of our brothers and sisters?

My heart goes out to those who lost there lives. My desire for World Peace has been been fuelled by this incident although it is not an isolated case.

For the sake of this generation I implore you to stand against this and help build a future that opposes this force of darkness by uniting for World Peace.

How much more innocent people must we lose before we wake up and realise now we need to unite - not fight?

Chairman Man Hee Lee of Heavenly Culture World Peace Restoration of Light (HWPL), has been working tirelessly to this end and said:

"We, the peace delegation, will leave peace as a legacy to the future generations by having all agree and sign for the enactment of the international law for the cessation of war and world peace, before God and all people of the world, and we call heaven and earth as witnesses."

In September, 2013, the Peace Messenger visited Thailand for the celebration of the Supreme Patriarch's 100th birthday anniversary after being invited by the secretary general of Thai Buddhists. On that day, Buddhist representatives from various countries gathered together and Mr Man Hee Lee presented a lecture to them, also well as at a Buddhist university, and had a discussion with the religious leaders. This led to the signing of a peace agreement and a promise to work together for peace.

After this success, in January 2014, the Peace Advocate’s delegation travelled to the Philippines and gave lectures in many universities, and even held a Peace Walk with the university students.

It is no secret that Mindanao had been a place of religious conflict between Catholic and Islam, where 120,000 people have been sacrificed during a 40-year conflict, and no politician could solve the conflict.
This region was a battlefield fraught with tension as the government forces (Catholic) and the rebel forces (Islam) aimed their weapons towards each other. Due to this no one could walk around, even for a second, without fear.

The Peace Messenger arrived with the peace delegation, which included Chairwoman, Ms Kim Nam Hee of the International Women's World Peace organisation (IWPG) and the International Peace Youth Group (IPYG) under the name of the God of peace and a pledge was made before God and all the people of the world to put an end to all the conflicts and to never cause them again, which led to the signing of the peace agreement.

All the people in the audience who witnessed this were filled with great joy; they embraced each other and danced.

The people of Mindanao were able to witness the miraculous work of Mr Man Hee Lee as the 40-year conflict in Mindanao was restored through peace.

The History of War – is PEACE not a Better Substitute?

Knowledge discovered weapons and destroyed countries, whilst faith stirred up love for a neighbour and hope for the future.

The past shows us that war notoriously stemmed from the lack of resources, money, and power over the surplus, which further fuelled the unquenchable human desire for wanting more.

Does the rain choose who it lands on?

Does the sun only shine on the good, the rich or the powerful?

Who is the source of all our basic provisions?

What about the air, is it selective on who may take its share?

Are there some of us who take too much and leave others with little oxygen to breathe?

No, it would be fair to say we just take what we need and we survive.

Chairman, Man Hee Lee of Heavenly Culture World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) says;

“As the light, rain, and air of heaven give life to all creation, let us love this world. Love will achieve world peace and restoration.”

History shows us that the earlier civilisations, would hunt on the land of their neighbouring tribes, slaughter the males, plunder the villages and seize the females. Consequently, the more belligerent tribes were selected and governed the people. Hence, a love of glory came to mingle with the more fundamental appetite for pillage.

Well remembered wars, such as the American Revolutionary War, originated with the resistance of many Americans to the unconstitutional taxes imposed by the British parliament. Patriots protested, boycotts led to the destruction of a tea shipment at the Boston Tea Party. As a result, the British government closed the port of Boston by way of chastisement to Massachusetts and took away self-government. This sparked a reaction which caused the Patriots to set up a shadow government which took control of the province outside of Boston and the story goes on.

We should also consider the wars of the Three Kingdoms, born from a difference of opinion centred on religious disputes over whether it should be dictated by the monarch or the choice of the individual. The general consensus was that they ought to have freedom of religion.

Doesn't this beg the question – who is the True Founder of Religion? Is it not God the Creator himself?

Korea recently commemorated the National Liberation Day of Korea, also known as Gwangbokjeol on 15 August, which means "the day the light returned", the day when Korea was liberated from colonial rule and had victory over Japan.

Mr Man Hee Lee, was born in Korea and fought in the front-lines of the Korean War, as a combat soldier.

Mr Man Hee Lee said; 

“I saw my comrades dying in pain countless times. I was stuck in a situation where I could not advance forward or retreat. I was so hungry that I even ate dirt and gunpowder. 

I struggled to survive. The sounds of guns, cannons, jets, and bombs did not stop for one second. The heavens, the earth, and my heart trembled, and the sky was filled with smoke.

When will the soldiers change out of their bloodstained military uniforms?Killing with guns and dying from starvation—this was the tragedy of a fratricidal war.”

After miraculously surviving such devastating experiences, Mr Man Hee Lee now has an unshakeable desire and burning heart to end all war so that other young adults do not have to face death in such horrific conditions or play subject to that ordeal.

Mr Man Hee Lee has been spreading the message of peace worldwide and is working diligently to enact an international law for the cessation of war. Mr Man Hee Lee’s experience of war has meant that he does not speak on a foreign topic with a blinkered view and his passion has never ceased.

“I received many rewards from around the world—certificates of awards, plaques, and medals. 

However, these are not the true rewards...

...the true reward is the establishment of world peace. 

This is an eternal reward.”

Should we not fight the war of terror with world peace and be proud to stand alongside someone who is determined to win - not just for his country – but also for the world?

There is such nobility and honour in sacrifice and selfless ambition.

Isn’t this greater value than the glory and shame that come to nations as well as to individuals, which stem from the see-saw ride of politics and the transmutation of trade?

What stability and security there is in the hope of a world that embodies justice and shares equality, just as God intended.

Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of light (HWPL) start a revolution of Scripture dialogues across the world

Innovative steps to a peaceful future – HWPL facilitates scripture dialogues worldwide

To a respective person, the idea of having an Islamic scholar, a Buddhist monk, a Christian theologian and a Hindu spiritualist all in a room together could be laughable, seemingly impossible or even disparaged but this is the reality occurring worldwide.

It’s a phenomenal achievement by Heavenly Culture, World Peace, and Restoration of Light (HWPL) who facilitate such dialogues which were created to draw religious leaders from all faiths to search the Holy Scriptures to find the pre-eminent answer to world peace.

 Mr Man Hee Lee says: 

"If we don't end war,

war will end us...." 

 Mr Man Hee Lee, Chairman of Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light and Ms Kim Nam Hee of International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG), together, carry the will and sheer determination to settle the score with war and abolish the need for such destruction to our neighbours and rather establish an alliance with the world leaders and all nations.

How is this possible?

 A scene - never been witnessed before – at the World Alliance of Religions’ Peace (WARP)  summit held on 17-18 September 2014 in Seoul, the Republic of Korea,  played host to a prestigious event which called upon all religious leaders and political heads of state to come together to unite for the goal of world peace.

The event saw over 2,000 religious leaders, political judiciaries and heads of state, from all over the world gather together in a beautiful display of unity as they held hands and agreed to sign an agreement to end all war. Chairman Man Hee Lee carried a message that rang in the ears and resonated in the hearts of those who attended, creating a determination to return to their homeland to continue spreading the united message of peace.

Since then, there has been a revolutionary awakening and Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) have hosted many scripture dialogues in the US, Latin America, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, Latvia, Romania and many other places throughout Europe and the Middle East.

The scripture dialogues hosted by Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) provide a platform for Religious leaders to examine their scriptures and understand each other to find the best solution to achieve peace as God intended for mankind. In addition, the audience are given the opportunity to participate in an interactive way where each religious leader responds according to the scriptures.

The success rate is ever accumulating and unprecedented results are being felt around the world.

 "Our Religions, representatives and leaders are born in this era as workers for the cessation of war and for peace" 

Mr Man Hee Lee 



Who wouldn't want to join this peace movement now - at this time?

Surely it is the duty of all religious leaders, officials and most importantly the youth of this generation to establish a world of peace?

Heal the World - Make it a better place.....Michael Jackson - a heart for World Peace

Growing up as a child, I cannot forget the angelic tones of the late Michael Jackson, who always filled my days with joy and dancing. 

There are many of us who loved Michael Jackson growing up, many of us emulated the dance moves, well or badly, however you choose to look at it.

However, what I truly loved about Michael was his heart for the people and his ability to unite hearts and transcend boundaries through his music. One of my favourite songs was "Heal the World" which always resonates with me. 

Michael Jackson's heart for peace was strongly conveyed through his lyrics and it was clear that his desire was to see a world united in peace.

Many people flocked to Michael Jackson’s funeral; people wept and broke down in complete sorrow.

When we think of Michael Jackson now, what would he want most in this world?

Michael wrote in the following verse:

"In my heart I feel you are all my brothers
Create a world with no fear
Together we'll cry happy tears
See the nations turn
Their swords into plowshares
We could really get there
If you cared enough for the living
Make a little space to make a better place"
 

I truly believe that this is the time that Michael’s dream will become a reality.

How beautiful it would be if all those millions of people that mourned the loss of a great musician would carry the same heart with a desire for peace. 

Wouldn't this be his desire, for this generation to gather their hearts as one?

Michael said that we could really get there if you cared enough for the living; he believed and had a hope that peace was possible.

Today, Chairman Man Hee Lee of Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) is singing the song of World Peace.

Mr Man Hee Lee is fulfilling the hopes and dreams of people like Michael Jackson with the same heart that burns for peace.

Mr Man Hee Lee is the answer to the cry deep within the hearts of those who longed to see the day that there would be no more tears, sorrow or pain.

The people of Mindanao Island in the Philippines have already witnessed the healing words of Mr Man Hee Lee as he orchestrated the peaceful resolution between Catholic and Islamic religious conflicts.

If Michael was looking down on us now, don’t you think this would make him smile?

So, what can we do to please the hearts of those that ran for peace before us?

Let’s join the race for the prize of a world filled with joy, love and harmony and complete the work that has been started, nothing is impossible if we all believe that it’s possible.

Recipe for Peace - No.1: Out of Many, One People

What’s the one thing that all people from every nation, language and tongue have in common?

We all need to eat!

Food can play an important role in breaking down barriers and uniting cultures, through the necessity of sharing ingredients and mixing flavours.

Food has long since travelled across the seas and engaged with a diverse range of nations.

An Island such as Jamaica for instance, lives by the motto, featured on their coat of arms:

"Out of many, one people."

This summarises the diversity of the island which boasts of history, heritage, and a variety of people from all corners of the world.

Jamaica, the fifth-largest island country in the Caribbean, combines cooking methods from the Spanish, British, East Indian, West African, Portuguese, Chinese, French and the Dutch. It is believed that the Maroons introduced African meat cooking techniques to the Island, combined with the local Jamaican ingredients and seasoning's used by the Arawak Indians. The method of smoking meat for a long period of time provided a deterrent for keeping insects away from the raw meat and preserving it longer once it was cooked, which also introduces a strong smoky flavour to the meat. Hence, Jerk chicken was born.

How did the chicken receive the name "Jerk"?

One theory suggests that it originates from the Spanish word "Charqui", used to describe dried meat. Then the name evolved from "Charqui" to "Jerky" to "Jerk".
Another theory suggests that the name derives from the practice of jerking (poking) holes in the meat to fill with spices prior to cooking. Today, the word "Jerk" is used as a noun to describe the seasoning applied to jerked food and as a verb to describe the process of cooking used.

Jamaica has also experienced civil wars in the past and in 1978, Jamaica hosted The One Love Peace Concert at The National Stadium in Kingston, Jamaica. 

Surprisingly, the idea for the One Love Peace Concert came from two gangsters of rival political factions, who happened to be locked up in the same jail cell together and decided to collaborate to alleviate the political civil war in Jamaica.

The One Love Peace Concert brought together 16 of Reggae’s biggest acts, and was reported as the "Third World Woodstock" and duly noted that "Bob Marley plays for Peace". 

The event attracted more than 32,000 spectators with the proceeds of the show going towards “much needed sanitary facilities and housing for the sufferers in West Kingston.

Bob Marley’s  famous hit "One Love/People Get Ready" from the 1977 album Exodus featured the lyrics, “One love, one heart. Let’s get together and feel all right” reminding us of the universal feeling of love we all share, which we can all relate to, no matter where we are in the world, rich or poor, or what religion we subscribe to. 

At that time, Bob Marley brought the spirit of unity, peace, and love as a peace activist who used songs to encapsulate his message as a way to cross borders, break boundaries and resonate with people worldwide.

Bob Marley longed to see a world filled with peace and love but sadly didn’t get to see the fulfilment of the aforementioned moment of peace.

Today we are privileged to witness the world peace movement that is spreading across the world through HWPL’s, Mr Man Hee Lee, the Chairman with a mission to bring world peace to fruition.

I hope it is not long before we see the day when we all get together and…”feel alright!”