The funeral service's rich tapestry of devotional and secular music and soaring rhetoric highlighted Carter's prophetic legacy as a uniquely engaged leader who dedicated his public service to seeking "peace on earth and goodwill towards all men and especially women and children."
When country stars Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood sang John Lennon and Yoko Ono's 'Imagine', the recital of the lyrics touched on the hope for a world without war that energized and inspired Carter during his presidency and in the 44 years that followed it.
Carter’s legacy was characterized by his dedication to diplomacy—from the Camp David Accords to his advocacy for justice for the Palestinian people, embodying a commitment to peace.
Carter spoke more than once about his enthusiasm for the song, reflecting his vision of a world where swords might be beaten into plowshares, illustrating a profound understanding of peace.
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