In Memory of Thich Quáng Dác
Lotus Flower/ Photo by he zhu on Unsplash Used in Buddhist Teaching to symbolize the Spiritual Path How do I honor you in a world that’s forgotten your sacrifice, your prayer for peace and acceptance? I was a child when you sat on that Saigon street amidst a flash of fire. Later I learned you gave your life in protest, not of war, but of a cruel lack of religious freedom at the hands of a ruler labeled a devout catholic. I’ve worn that same label for years. How can that be ? Your final letter begged compassion, tolerance, equality. I pray that same prayer daily. Now the whole world is on fire. While not as brave as you, every morning I step into the flames with your petition on my lips and in my heart.
