Tản mạn: ST. FRANCIS ASSISI AND THE LESSONS ABOUT LOVING CREATURES
Inspired by the Laudato Si of Pope Francis and the example of St. Francis of Assisi, Christians always tend to be conscious that all are living in relationships, in concrete, through the relationship with God, humans, and creatures. People often focus on the relationship between God and humanity; however, this source inspired me to recognize my own mistakes when I fail to see the importance of harmonizing life through common connections. St. Francis, with a holy and friendly eye, considers creatures in relation to God, for they are created by God. It is necessary to understand that St. Francis did not exchange meaning and human dignity for other creatures, for each has its own purposes and meaning; however, he emphasized looking at human beings when they consider creatures. Some think that creatures, except human beings, belong totally to human authority, and they feel free to destroy all things they desire for their personal ...
