As some may know, one of my favorite saints is Saint Francis of Assisi. Whilst I don't agree on all his teachings I have always admired this wealthy man turned poor Saint. In a time animals were mere food or inconvenience he loved animals. In a time of a huge gap between the rich and poor he loved and identified with the poor. In a time of religious corruption he was a reformer before the Reformation. In a time where love had waxed cold he loved. In a time of war and crusades he stood for peace at great expense to himself. His time is not unlike today in fact. His example is relevant to us. The Canticle of the Sun (Translation by Matthew Arnold) O most high, almighty, good Lord God, to thee belong praise, glory, honor, and all blessing! To thee alone, Most High, do they belong, and no mortal lips are worthy to pronounce thy Name. Praised be my Lord God with all his creatures, and specially our brother the sun, who brings us the day and who brings ...
Free Verse, Stories and Devotions.