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Abba Dioscorus
If we wear our heavenly robe, we shall not be found naked, but if we are found not wearing this garment, what shall we do, brethren? We, even we also, shall hear the voice that says, “Cast them into outer darkness; there men will weep and gnash their teeth.” (Matt. 22:13) And, brethren, there will…
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CASE 85: The National Teacher’s Gravestone
Emperor Shukusô asked Chû, the national teacher, “What would you wish me to do after a hundred years?” The national teacher said, “Make a seamless gravestone for this old monk.” The emperor said, “I should like to ask you, master, for a design.” The national teacher remained silent for a long time. Then he said,…
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My Idea of a Perfect Sunday
Father and son surf lesson in Morro Bay, CA – image by Michael “Mike” L. Baird surfing
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My Holiday Travel Plans
Mother in Law
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A Letter to Someone from High School
Guy who came to the party at my parents house and thew up in the bushes–stay home. love david s
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Three Countries I’d Like to Visit
China, Greece, & Brazil
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Someone Who Deserves More Credit
Ken Kesey
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St. Amvrosy of Optina
Bringing doxology to the One born of the Virgin in church hymns and spiritual songs, we must, outside the church as well, unceasingly praise Him and give Him thanks for His ineffable loving kindness to us sinners, who are atoned by His honorable blood and who have received through this promise life eternal, blessed, and…
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CASE 84: Gutei’s One Finger
Whatever he was asked, Master Gutei simply stuck up one finger.
David Given Schwarm
Married, Father, United
David Given Schwarm 