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January 19th, 2011
01:45 PM ET
Self-immolation: The ultimate sacrificeNight had fallen when the men heard the sounds on the mountain. First it was a chime, then a recitation of verses, followed by the crackle of wood burning. They scrambled to the summit to see what was happening. There, seated with his palms together and facing west, was their friend. Flames leapt around the peaceful man, engulfing him. It was just as he'd intended. The year was 527. |
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PRICH you have done well. i would have loved to have you sit with me to model out practical slnutioos you provided in your essay on how best to end violence against women
If yer gonna be dumb, you gotta be tough....
More change can be brought about, I believe, if you are alive.
I would usually agree but in this scenario. You cannot ignore someone that is killing themselves for a cause. To kill someone else may completely label them as crazy, a radical, a murderer etc however in some situations this self immolation is what brings the most change. What sort of government, religion, group of people, etc can ignore groups of people killing themselves because of whatever is going on. That cannot be ignored and if it is, those that are alive will rise up against it.
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The few videos I have seen of this are of Bhuddists monks and when they set themselves on fire they just sat their burning while reciting prayer peacefully. How one can burn for minutes on end and not scream or panic is beyond me.
@Reality – good point, they may have their reasoning no matter how crazy but at least no one innocent was hurt.
Great strategy... I don't like what you are doing so I think I'll kill myself – slowly !!
Suicide with a purpose!! Why not as long as no one else got hurt or killed!!! Unlike, Islamic, koranic-driven Islamic suicide bombers!!!
I've seen a few videos of this. Sad that someone would go (or have to go) to that extent to get their point made and yet also very fascinating that someone would have that level of faith in their beliefs....not many do.
@GSA
You said: "very fascinating that someone would have that level of faith in their beliefs....not many do."
Yep, this would be a good example to point out to the Christian Evangelicals that claim only they have faith.
Too bad faith and belief do not result in the discovery of truth. *sigh*
Cheers!
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My Life
My Life… My fantasy …
So little… and so-oh much!
However fleeting seems this moment
It becomes real by my touch.
As I create, that I make real,
Whatever makes a worthwhile Life
The slightest doubts disappear
In passing time and daily strife.
So, what is Life? Life’s but a dream
One tiny moment at a time
Whatever choice to do or be
In deed; thy will be done!
Each breath I take – a priceless gift.
Each day I am grateful for.
For love and joy is in my heart
Will be, forevermore.
To be; feel; know, that… I am !!!
Amazed by what’s around me,
As if a part of grandest plan
Provides me what I need, to be.
Not guilt, not fear, nor darkest night
Can keep away my destiny,
Take me away from guiding light
From what I am or long to be.
The time will come, this Life will end.
No more... of this reality.
My precious time will all be spent,
Existence – only memory.
But don’t be sad, as I close my eyes,
I’ve got to know joy and sorrow,
I got to be in Paradise –
No past, no future – only NOW!
@Ykcyc
Hey Pal...
As per usual, I typically enjoy reading your prose/poetry.
Hope that you are well...?
Peace...
@Peace2All
Hi there, friend!
Everything is just the way it is supposed to be.
Thank you for your kind words.
Hope peace is with you, as well.