Peace is a very important thing all over the world. Without it, there wouldn't be anyone alive, because they would all die in wars or fights. Some also might die from pollution, but that's a different story.

Peace is a state of harmony or the absence of hostility, disturbance, or agitation. It can also mean a not-violent way of life, state of quiet or tranquility, respect, justice, and goodwill. Many different theories of "peace" exist in the world of peace studies, which involves the study of conflict resolution, disarmament and cessation of violence. [3] The definition of "peace" can vary with religion, culture, or subject of study.

Some people wanted to encourage peace in others. Itzchack Rabin was one of those people. He signed many peace contracts and prevented wars. He was murdered by Igal Amir, who was in jail for a very long time.

Another person was Mahatma Gandhi. Mahatma Gandhi suggested that if an oppressive society lacks violence, the society is nonetheless not peaceful, because of the injustice of the oppression. Gandhi articulated a vision of peace in which justice is an inherent and necessary aspect; that peace requires not only the absence of violence but also the presence of justice. Galtung described this peace, peace with justice, as "positive peace," because hostility and further violence could no longer flourish in this environment.

There are rewards for peace, like the Nobel Peace Prize. The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded annually to notable peacemakers and visionaries who have overcome violence, conflict or oppression through their moral leadership, those who have "done the most or the best work for fraternity between the nations". The prize has often met with controversy, as it is occasionally awarded to people who have formerly sponsored war and violence but who have, through exceptional concessions, helped achieve peace.

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