The Master had quoted Aristotle: "In the quest of truth, it would seem better and indeed necessary to give up what is dearest to us." And he substituted the word "God" for "truth."
Later a disciple said to him, "I am ready, in the quest for God, to give up anything: wealth, friends, family, country, life itself. What else can a person give up?"
The Master calmly replied, "One's beliefs about God."
The disciple went away sad, for he clung to his convictions. He feared "ignorance" more than death.
That's a tough one! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteDe Mello isn't for everyone. Just don't give up on the relationship with Christ.
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