04-12-2006, 11:12 PM
Quote:Bismillah
Truth Sayer Is Allah:
"O you who believe! Verily, there are many of the (Jewish) rabbis and the (Christian) monks who devour the wealth of humankind in falsehood, and hinder (them) from the Way of Allah (i.e. Allah's Religion of Islamic Monotheism). And those who hoard up gold and silver [and other wealth], and spend it not in the Way of Allah, -announce unto them a painful torment."
(Quran 9:34)
Ah, not all is at it seems, is it? That is disappointing to hear, about Teresa. I have never really agreed with the Catholic ideal of sainthood myself anyway, but history records her as a wonderful person.
It is lucky all of this history is recent, or it may have disappeared or been hidden since it happened. Such is often the case with matters of history far in the past... who can ever be sure of the truth of events already finished?
It is always unfortunate when a person with a good idea feels the need to take that idea to a fanatical extent - fanaticism leaves no room for reason, but is always fervently supported by some group of people, who will make any excuse to justify the actions of their beloved leaders.
The story of Teresa should be a reminder to all, then - Beware of those with great intentions, and do not follow any leader blindly.
Namaste
Mahasvapna