"We pray for love and peace to spread through the world, " said worshiper Fatin Yousef, 49.

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Although he respects Jesus for promoting peace and love, he finds the character portrayed in the Gospels too glib and condescending to his disciples.

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It is a religion of peace and love for everybody for all humanity.

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Thanksgiving is our gateway to love, peace, and understanding for ourselves, our family, our neighbors, and our country.

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His song "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding" became a major hit for Costello, but Lowe has also recorded steadily as a solo artist since the late '70s.

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