Peacemaker

/ˈpisˌmeɪkər/ noun

Definition

A person who helps resolve conflicts and restore harmony between opposing parties. Someone who actively works to prevent or end disputes through mediation, negotiation, or diplomatic intervention.

Etymology

Compound of 'peace' (from Latin 'pax') + 'maker' (from Old English 'macian'). The concept appears in various religious traditions, notably in Jesus's Beatitudes: 'Blessed are the peacemakers.' The term has been used in diplomacy since medieval times.

Kelly Says

Peacemakers occupy the fascinating space between warriors and saints - they need the courage of soldiers and the wisdom of diplomats. Ironically, the Colt .45 revolver was nicknamed 'The Peacemaker,' showing how Americans sometimes viewed violence as a tool for establishing peace, a paradox that runs through much of human conflict resolution.

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