To keep above the fray, to make meaning out of life, we have to live in two worlds: the world of this day and age, and the world of the spirit. All of us are aware of the material world. But to become aware of the spiritual world, we need to take time to reflect.
The Ammas and Abbas of the desert knew the importance of this function of reflection. That is why they withdrew to the desert. But we need not be so dramatic in our pursuit. For us, it may be an hour in a space by ourselves, or a favored spot we find conducive to quiet and reflection. A time of day that is good for winding down and thinking.
We cannot keep spiritual concepts in the forefront unless we take time to consider. And unless we remember the spiritual world and its values, life will make little sense.
Showing posts with label spiritual values. Show all posts
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Tuesday, August 24, 2010
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