flickr image by pratantiI believe in a feeling, caring universe, but experience suggests this belief is utterly fantasy. When I compare the behaviour of 'civilized' peoples toward one another - when I reflect on the catalogue of murder, pillage, greed, abuse and indifference that adds up to human history - how can I possibly hold on to my ideal of 'Intelligent Desire' and Love expressed through evolution?
It's at that point I have a decision to make: either give up on the notion of a feeling, caring universe; or renew my faith by acting in a feeling, caring way myself, and thereby expressing 'Intelligent Desire' in the face of adversity. My flickering commitment will never make much difference beyond my circle of family and friends. But it is an affirmation that sustains Wonder and Joy in a minute corner of the universe, at least.
Enlightenment advances one soul at a time. Often we cannot see other candles, wavering in the dark; we simply have to believe they are there, and keep our own lights shining.
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