Classic Poem

Peace, peace on earth! the heart of man forever
Through all these weary strifes foretells the day;
Blessed be God, the hope forsakes him never,
That war shall end and swords be sheathed for aye.

Peace, peace on earth! for men shall love each other,
Host shall go forth to bless and not destroy;
For man shall see in every man a brother,
And peace on earth fulfill the angels' joy.

Peace, peace on earth! the heart of man forever
—Through all these weary strifes foretells the day;
Blessed be God, the hope forsakes him never,
—That war shall end and swords be sheathed for aye.

Peace, peace on earth! for men shall love each other,
—Host shall go forth to bless and not destroy;
For man shall see in every man a brother,
—And peace on earth fulfill the angels' joy.