The purpose of celebrating International Peace & Love Day on July 7 is to disseminate positive energy throughout the world. Peace and love are free, but their power exceeds anything that can be expressed in words. Various cultures have their own conceptions of harmony. The ‘Ubuntu’ philosophy of the Zulu in Africa teaches that humanity is interconnected. According to the Japanese, ‘Heiwa’ means “aligning oneself with the common good.” The Hebrew concept of ‘Shalom’ translates as “unity and prosperity, with a sense of wholeness arising from justice.” The majority of cultures appear to concur that the world requires more love and harmony.
The background of International Peace & Love Day
International Peace & Love Day was created by Ringo Starr, whose birthday is on July 7 and whose real name is Richard Starkey. International Peace and Love Day was inspired by Starr’s ‘Peace and Love’ birthday initiative, which was initiated in 2008. When a journalist asked Starr, who was 68 at the time, what he wanted for his birthday, he replied, “peace and love.” Since then, Starr has urged people worldwide to disseminate peace and love each year. Fans could discuss it, publish it with the hashtag #PeaceAndLove on social media, or simply contemplate it.
In addition to making the rallying call, Starr initiated the tradition of meeting with friends and fans at the Chicago Hard Rock Cafe, handing out cupcakes and saying “peace and love” with the audience at noon. In 2019, more than thirty ‘Peace and Love’ celebrations were held around the globe, and Starr’s 800-pound ‘Peace and Love’ statue was displayed in Beverly Hills, California. The eight-foot-tall sculpture was unveiled by Mayor John Mirisch on Santa Monica Boulevard in front of City Hall.
In 2020, Starr transferred the celebrations online and hosted ‘Ringo’s Big Birthday Show’ where he invited musicians to perform. Sheryl Crow, Dave Grohl, and Paul McCartney were among the performers. Through the International Space Station, NASA astronauts wished the globe a happy birthday and delivered a message of peace and love.
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Activities for International Peace and Love Day
Send positive messages
Peace and love wishes are a simple method to celebrate the day. Don’t simply state the words. Carry them out through your thoughts and actions.
The opposite buttock
Positive energy does not guarantee that you will always receive it in return. On International Day of Peace and Love, practise forgiving others and offering the other cheek. Not always are confrontation and retaliation the best response.
Consider the Beatles
The message delivered by The Beatles’ music transcends time. Songs such as ‘Let It Be’ and ‘All You Need Is Love’ capture the tone and spirit of International Peace & Love Day admirably.
5 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT PEACE
After the First International Peace Conference in Paris in 1949, which used Pablo Picasso’s “Dove of Peace” as its logo, doves became the symbol of peace.
The Roman and Greek goddesses of calm are Pax and Eirene, respectively.
Iceland is the most peaceful country in the globe.
Afghanistan is the most violent nation in the globe.
The Pax Romana (Roman Peace), which lasted 200 years from 27 B.C. to 180 A.D., is considered the most tranquil period in the Mediterranean.
INTERNATIONAL PEACE & LOVE DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | July 7 | Friday |
| 2024 | July 7 | Sunday |
| 2025 | July 7 | Monday |
| 2026 | July 7 | Tuesday |
| 2027 | July 7 | Wednesday |
