This morning I've been reading some more of Karen Armstrong's book, "The Lost Art of Scripture, Rescuing the Ancient Texts." I am enjoying this book immensely, and it so packed with information and ideas that I know I'll have to read it multiple times.
Anyway, I then began sewing on a quilt, during which time some thoughts formed I want to share with you.
Confucius and Lao Tse and others thought a person has to handle ego issues, connect with transcendent reality, be humble, etc. before being able to serve in government or other civil activities.
It seems to me, as an observer, none or very few of today's politicians qualify to serve the public under those criteria. I see giant egos, power struggles, greed, self -serving, and not a glimmer of enlightenment. In fact, many are even anti-spiritual.
I tend to agree with Confucius and Lao Tse about the ideal leaders. It makes me wonder many things. Is it even possible in today's world? If no change, what future do we have? Can we somehow bring world leaders to seek the spiritual and heal the ego?
Let's contemplate and see what comes to us.
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