Monday, March 30, 2009

Spiritual

I would not call myself a religious person. I have a hard time with organized religion, following every letter of holy texts, and coping with the zealots who (mis)interpret their religion according to their own whims to damn others. Please do not get me wrong, I am not against religion. There are many beautiful messages in all religions and many beautiful people who believe in them and follow their beliefs. I respect them and am inspired by them. 

I do believe at the core of most religions there is a spiritual message that is simply "be a good person" or to use a quote from the Dalai Lama "Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can't help them, at least don't hurt them." This is the message I believe in and choose to live by.

Peace to all and have a fantastic week.
Posted by Rich at 1:08 PM

6 comments:

  1. bentonflockeMarch 30, 2009 at 2:06 PM

    that´s a great message and I agree with it. Everyone should remind these.

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  2. Avery SmithMarch 30, 2009 at 5:32 PM

    dude. I love it. Thats great!

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  3. SujomiMarch 30, 2009 at 6:36 PM

    That is a great quote and so very true.

    I really like this photo as well. Many similarities between you and the picture above! Excellent compostion Rich.

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  4. ChristinaMarch 30, 2009 at 8:03 PM

    Perfectly stated! Like your photo!

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  5. Robert HillMarch 31, 2009 at 5:18 AM

    Love the photo - and the message.

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  6. Dot OMarch 31, 2009 at 9:25 AM

    Wonderful message and wonderful photo!

    Like Sujomi above said, there is a striking similarity between you and the photo of Jesus above you.

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