Pax Tecum were the words heard and spoke by Catholic Christians throughout the middle ages and all the way until Vatican II in the 60’s. Peace be with you. Jews say Shalom, and Muslims say Salaam Allah – the peace of God.
It is an ancient greeting in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. For the Jews it was tied to Shalom, the concept or blessing to have peace in every area of your life. Peace in your relationships with people, peace with God, and peace with the Earth. Today I felt a few moments of great peace. Life has been very stressful and very up and down. (Just look at the previous post written just over 12 hours ago). I found this video on youtube that makes me feel peaceful. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SP6CGbeX14A – it’s a guy playing on bass immaculately, one of my favourite pieces of music (yes it’s from Zelda) here’s the original: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xCp6ngH_mQ
After a stressful day I like to listen to these songs or classical pieces and close my eyes and just forget everything and be lost in the music. I think that’s what I understand Nirvana to be in Buddhism and Moksha in Hinduism. It’s just peaceful. I’m glad Jesus said “My peace I give you”. Because I need peace and a sense of shalom and pax in my life. I have to work soon, but I’m just taking a little while to relax and have peace.
Pax Tecum Mii Amicum – Peace be with you my friends.