As one who aspires to practice the way of non-harming and compassion

On this day, I solemnly swear to hold all life sacred.

I vow to cultivate peace:

To greet all guests with compassion,

To feed the hungry,

Shelter the homeless,

Heal the sick,

Shield the defenseless,

Bring the young to safety,

And rescue the old from indignity.

I vow to work for communities of connection

In which all people can realize their full potential,

And contribute to the common good.

I vow to dismantle the workings of war,

Both within myself and in my society.

In the tradition of Buddha, Gandhi, and King,

I pledge nonviolent resistance to institutions and governments that destroy life.

I will stand in solidarity with my sisters and brothers who

Refuse to pay taxes for weapons of war,

And who are conscientious objectors.

In realizing my own true nature,

I vow to stand for peace,

I vow to protect our earth from limitless greed,

And to dispel ignorance,

Spreading justice and mercy in every direction.