And the similarity in message was stunning. I heard from the Mufti things that my father has voiced for decades. They spoke of their common ground that has produced in each a voice that is enigmatic and controversial to their spiritual colleagues. There is a need in humanity that is greater than meaning. Faith must meet with reason - through understanding.
Arrogance exists in many.
We tend to convince ourselves that we each have all of the answers. If I have all of the answers then I don't need you. I don't need to link with my neighbor or listen to his voice. We must close the door on the dark ages of the last millennium. We must enter the new millennium with a commitment toward peace.