Language of war, language of peace and its application to the Palestinian/Israeli conflict

Abstract

If we are serious about resolving conflict, we would benefit from addressing the language we use and how our words have the potential to stimulate and contain violence. This paper examines what lies beneath the surface when we use language and how we need a deeper understanding of its use. Language affects thoughts, attitudes and responses and leadership requires a maturity that is not about blame, retribution and cycles of violence.