Thomas Merton on Speaking Truth

The waning phase of the moon cycle is a metaphor for shedding and letting go of our burdens, fears, and battered beliefs. It is also symbolic of emptying ourselves out into the world, a visual nudge of encouragement to give of our gifts and talents in service to the world and to our own life.

"To find the courage to Speak the Truth, it is very good, almost essential, to have at one's side others with similar determination, and one can then be guided by a common inspiration and a communion in truth." (a letter to Ernesto Cardenal in 1967 from Thomas Merton.)


Self Reflection: Who are those in my life with who help me find courage to Speak Truth?