MAGNANIMOUS “Alas, we are being punished because of our brother. We saw the anguish of his heart when he pleaded with us, yet we paid no heed; that is why this anguish has now come upon us.” – Genesis 42:21 When my brother and I were little kids, my mother always reminded me to give him the bigger chicken leg. She said it was my duty as the eldest to take good care of him. But when my mom wasn’t looking, I’d hide the big chicken leg under my pile of rice. The concept of being magnanimous was a bit tricky for my immature mind to handle. It’s difficult not to keep a scorecard in your head. When we think friends and family treat us unfairly, we give them demerits. Joseph had every reason to hate his brothers. After all, they plotted against him. How easy for him to wield his power now and exact revenge. Instead, he forgave his brothers. That is love in action. That is compassion — a generosity of spirit that allows us to empathize with another and forgive those who have wronged us. Only God knows what is in our hearts. His love knows no measure, for it is vast and endless. ~ Gina Verdolaga, from Didache Reflection: Do you judge who must be rewarded or punished for their actions? Lord, open my heart and let love flow out to my brothers and sisters in Christ. St. Veronica Giuliani, pray for us.
Posted on: Wed, 10 Jul 2013 03:33:48 +0000
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