It is He who sends down water from the skies, and brings out of it every thing that grows, the green foliage, the grain lying close, the date palm trees with clusters of dates, and the gardens of grapes, and … Continue reading →
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The thoughts and sometimes ministry of a Quaker and Buddhist who aims to: do God's will, lessen ego's influence over herself, follow Jesus's example, become enlightened to reduce suffering, and foster compassion in herself and others.
"There was an ocean of darkness and death; but an infinite ocean of light and love, which flowed over the ocean of darkness. In that also I saw the infinite love of God."
George Fox
"Most people are afraid of suffering. But suffering is a kind of mud to help the lotus flower grow. There cannot be a lotus flower without the mud."
Thich Nhat Hanh
