An Interesting Perspective on the levels of Evil!

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The post by Richard noted above is a very interesting look at the levels of Evil.  And possibly a look also at the idea of "Original Sin".  It has seemed to me that our tendancy, and in some ways necessity, to let the Ego control our lives can be seen to be the "original" path to excesses.  As Richard and others have said we do need to have a healthy self image or confidence especially in the first half of life.  A strong self image is helpful to feel good about ourselves, find a path and education in this world, raise a family, and be "successful".  It is not the "Ego" which is problematic, it is the "self absorbed" ego.  We are created as children of God, in God's image, so why would we not find pride in that fact.   It is when we become self absorbed, individually, communially, culturally, and institutionally, that we as a species run into problem.  Pax Christi!  Roberto PS-  While in Assisi we visited the church of San Damiano and the crucifix before which St Francis had his "Ah Ha" moment.  On the rail before that crucifix is written a prayer he would say.  I believe that restating it here would be good.  Especially while considering limits on our Ego.

All Highest, Glorious God,

Cast Your Light into the Darkness of my Heart,

Give me Right Faith, Firm Hope, Perfect Charity

And Profound Humility, With Wisdom and Perception,

O Lord,

So That I May Do What Is Truly Your Holy Will.

Amen