From “Peace Shield Meditation/Prayer Campaign: Spiritual Defense Initiative,” a brochure distributed by the Pentagon Meditation Club. About two hundred Defense Department employees have participated in Friday lunchtime meditation sessions at the Pentagon.

The purpose and vision of Peace Shield is to give each of us the opportunity and inspiration to contribute to Peace.

What is this Spiritual Defense System? In the spirit of brotherhood and unity among representatives of many different spiritual paths, we are drawing attention to a simple, effective plan for experiencing peace within ourselves, our community, and the world.

The Peace Shield Meditation is an alternative,…