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naked
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in our nature
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It is in this darkness
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true liberty.
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It is in
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abandonment
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This is the night
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empties us .
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Thomas Merton
New Seeds of Contemplation
My deepest admiration goes to Daniel Berrigan. He was radical activist priest, moral giant, & friend of Thomas Merton. His prophetic & audacious spirit has been a profound inspiration. May he continue to embolden . .. .
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