If You Want Peace, Lay Down Your Arms

The Apologies of Rufinus and Jerome

Jerome's Apology Against Rufinus, Book 3

If You Want Peace, Lay Down Your Arms

At the end of your letter you say, “I hope that you love peace.” To this I will answer in a few words. If you want peace, lay down your arms. I can be at peace with one who shows kindness; I do not fear one who threatens me. Let us be one in faith, and peace will follow at once.