Masahisa Goi
(1916-1980)

Japanese Founder of The World Peace Prayer Society

birthdate: November 22
birthplace: Tokyo, Japan

After living through the horrors of World War II, Masahisa Goi dedicated his life to promoting peace. In 1955 he began a worldwide Movement of Prayer for World Peace based on promoting the universal prayer of peace, "May Peace Prevail On Earth." He founded The Byakko Shinko Kai, an association based on his spiritual teachings, and The World Peace Prayer Society which continues to promote the message, "May Peace Prevail On Earth," in every language.

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