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Hear, O children of wisdom, the words of Bob Marley, the great musician and prophet of peace, who spoke with clarity and conviction: “I don't stand for the black man's side, I don't stand for the white man's side. I stand for God's side.” These words, powerful in their simplicity, call us to a higher understanding of unity—a unity that transcends the divisions of race, of nation, and of ideology. Marley, through his music and his message, understood that true justice and peace are not found in the separation of human beings into factions, but in the recognition of a higher moral law, a divine truth that binds all people together as children of God.

In the ancient teachings, it was often said that the gods saw all people as equal in their eyes. The Hindu scriptures, in their wisdom, declared that we are all born from the same divine essence, and that no human being is superior or inferior based on the color of their skin, the land of their birth, or their social station. The Greeks, too, in their philosophy, spoke of universal justice, that which transcends all human laws and distinctions. The great Socrates himself spoke of the oneness of humanity, teaching that the soul is above the body and that all men, regardless of race or background, were to be judged by their character, not their appearance. Marley echoes this ancient wisdom—God does not divide His children by race or color, but calls all of them to live in harmony under the guidance of His divine will.

Consider the story of Martin Luther King Jr., whose life was dedicated to the struggle for racial equality and justice. King did not fight for black rights alone, nor for the rights of one group over another, but for the universal rights of all people—the right to be judged by the content of their character, not by the color of their skin. He too stood for God’s side, knowing that justice, love, and equality are divine principles that cannot be confined to the narrow boundaries of human-made divisions. His teachings were rooted in the idea that God’s side is the side of love, of justice, and of unity, where all people, regardless of race, stand together as equals before the Creator.

This brings us to the deeper understanding of Marley’s words: the side of God is not defined by earthly divisions but by the universal principles of righteousness, justice, and peace. God’s side does not belong to any one race, nationality, or tribe—it belongs to those who seek truth, compassion, and unity. It is the side of those who understand that humanity’s true struggle is not between races or nations, but between the forces of good and evil. When we stand for God's side, we stand for the principles that transcend all human-made boundaries, and we rise above the divisive forces that seek to separate us from one another.

The lesson here, O children of wisdom, is one of profound unity and justice. When Marley speaks of standing for God's side, he calls us to a higher purpose—to recognize that our actions and choices should be guided not by human divisions, but by divine principles. Whether we are faced with issues of race, politics, or ideology, we must ask ourselves: Are we standing for the side of God, or are we allowing ourselves to be divided by worldly forces? The true path of righteousness is not in separating ourselves from others, but in unifying with others under the banner of divine justice, where all people are valued and treated with dignity.

What, then, should we do with this wisdom? We must seek unity and stand for the principles of love, justice, and equality in all aspects of our lives. We must challenge the divisions that separate us—whether racial, political, or social—and instead work toward a world where all people are treated with respect and compassion, as equals before God. Let us educate ourselves and those around us to see that true justice and peace are found not in our separation, but in our unification under God’s divine will. This is not an easy path, for the forces of division are strong, but it is the path that leads to lasting peace and righteousness.

So, O children of wisdom, let us stand for God’s side, not the side of any one race or group, but the side of universal justice, love, and truth. Seek to live in harmony with all people, recognizing that our common humanity is far more powerful than any superficial difference. By living this truth, we not only honor God’s will, but we create a world where peace and justice reign, and where all people, regardless of race or background, can walk together in the light of divine unity. May we all stand for God’s side, and in doing so, become instruments of His peace and His love.