[Under the moon shadow] Thanksgiving Interfaith Gathering

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Frederic Lecut

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Below is a text I read tonight at the Thanksgiving Interfaith Gathering held at St Columba Catholic Church in Dothan. It is inspired by a Theravada tradition Scripture.



Countless are those born with poor physical or mental health. 
I have been born with all limbs and faculties complete. 

Many are those who live in lands of strife and conflict, and who are deprived of security and safety. 
I am living in a place where there is peace. 

Incalculable are those forced to toil without end, and who are driven by hunger and want. 
I have enough to sustain my body and time to give it rest. 

Numerous are those who live as slaves, unable to go where they wish and think as they like. 
I enjoy great freedom. 

Numberless are those who live in regions where the light of the truth does not shine and its message is not heard above the racket of doctrines that cause great suffering. 
I have heard the good teachings. 

Truly precious and great are the blessings I enjoy. Here I contemplate on my good fortune and the good of others. 




To repay all these gifts, I will use my efforts to overcome the 3 poisons of greed, hate and delusion.
 

We practice Zen meditation every Monday evening at 8:00 pm.
You are welcome to join us in Headland.

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of which delusion is the most danger.
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Frederic Lecut

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Nov 25, 2015, 4:21:03 PM11/25/15
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Nope


Michael Elliston

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Nov 25, 2015, 5:56:59 PM11/25/15
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most welcome at Thanksgiving... 

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