8 minutes reading time 'Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do' (Luke 23:33 - 34). As Jesus was about to be crucified he spoke these famous, powerful words. It is hard to find a more potent example of embodied love and compassion – a man asking for forgiveness for those who …
“Taking Sides”. A Poem by Rabbi Irwin Keller.
Today I am taking sides. I am taking the side of Peace. Peace, which I will not abandoneven when its voice is drowned outby hurt and hatred,bitterness of loss,cries of right and wrong. I am taking the side of Peacewhose name has barely been spokenin this winnerless war. I will hold Peace in my arms,and …
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Questions to Reflect Upon for Those Justifying Aggression, Violence and War
Where will the continuous fuelling of the divisive view of 'us' and 'them' lead to? Do you believe that hatred and violence on the side of those you are fighting will disappear by inflicting hatred and violence on them? What else could be the outcome of this? By saying 'We need this war in order …
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