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The Prayer for Peace, often attributed to Saint Francis of Assisi, calls for harmony and understanding among all people. Its message resonates deeply in times of conflict.
The Prayer for Peace is a heartfelt plea for divine assistance in fostering peace and understanding among humanity. Although commonly linked to Saint Francis, the prayer’s origins are somewhat mysterious, having first appeared in print in 1912 in a French magazine. This prayer gained popularity during the tumultuous times of World War I and World War II, serving as a beacon of hope and resilience for those suffering from the ravages of war. Its inclusive language transcends religious boundaries, making it a universal call for peace that resonates with many faith traditions. The prayer encourages individuals to become instruments of peace, promoting love, forgiveness, and understanding in their communities. Through its powerful message, the prayer continues to inspire countless people to strive for harmony and compassion in their daily lives.
When to pray
This prayer is often recited during times of conflict, personal struggles, community gatherings, or whenever one seeks peace and understanding.
Full prayer text
Lord, make me an instrument of Your peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy. O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood as to understand; to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive; it is in pardoning that we are pardoned; and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.
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Prayer for peace Catholic
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy. O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood as to understand; to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive; it is in pardoning that we are pardoned; and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Por Mario Acevedo 
