Bless You
Hearing others around me sneeze typically evokes an offer of "God Bless You" or perhaps a less theistical "Bless You". I do this despite my lack of believe in a God who listens and keeps a log as to whom should be blessed as a result. I do it in the spirit of humanity. Offerings of good blessings to all is something we should do for ourselves and those around us, whether friends, family or strangers.
Some who are very religious in the Christian faith, upon hearing a sneeze, do not offer these blessings. Perhaps, given their deep devotion, the blessing is assumed. Or, is it because those around them do not share their religious devotion and are therefore not deserving? Or maybe they don't see the need for us on earth to work together to unite humanity since we have a supreme overseer? Regardless, we should all be awake to the importance and presence of all of us in the world community without judgement.
Did I just judge? Need to work on that.....
Ummm. A tiny smidge judgemental. We never know another's motive. But to admit our humanity...the foibles and lesser parts- makes us grow....and is brave.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the comment! Because we're older now, we think we are what we are. We must always continue to evaluate, learn and grow. Every day.
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