Prayer

Absolution-
A benediction granted

While the greatest suffering
Seemingly ignored, 

Our belief shaken
If not

Shattered.

Random and unfair 

With no terms certain,

Life unfolds

In the midst of

Deafening cries for 
Tender Mercies

Unseen and 
Unheard.

Invocations of
Solace and Strength
Our paths 
Freely determined
By the Unknown yet
All-knowing
Providence patiently
Awaits

“…Lest Faith turn into Despair,”*

For all that was, is, or will be,

Let us pray…

* Romeo and Juliet, 1.5.103

Anthropologist Scott Atran on
Values and Dreams-
Antidotes to Radicalization