something to think about
I read this quote last night after watching my President deliver the news about Osama bin Laden’s death. I still am not quite sure how I feel about this; on one hand, my heart aches for all of the people of this country who lost loved ones in the greatest tragedy to every hit our country. I weep at only being able to imagine what they must be feeling right now. On the other side, I feel trepid. Celebrating the death of a life, even bin Laden’s death, just doesn’t seem, or feel, totally right.
So when I read the following quote, I had to sit down and think about it. I love my country, I love my President, and give honor and thanks to all of our servicemen and women who risk their lives daily to defend our country. But the celebration of death is just not sitting right with me.
Martin Luther King said:
“I mourn the loss of thousands of precious lives, but I will not rejoice in the death of one, not even an enemy. Returning hate for hate multiplies hate, adding deeper darkness to a night already devoid of stars. Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.”
I agree.
Peace and love,
~ Marva
