I recently spoke in a gathering, mostly attended by Muslim folks from the Provinces of Lanao, for "Eid'l Adha" (Day of Suffering) commemorating the occasion of God's intervention as Abraham offered in sacrifice the life of--Ismael--his most favored son. This story is both recorded in the Bible and the Koran where lessons on "faith" and "sacrifice" can be reflected on. Lessons that can, perhaps, show us hope for a better tommorow particularly here in this conflict-ridden land of Mindanao.
Relatedly, in the article--"Soldiers are sacrificing comforts, liberty and lives," a writer of MindanNews posted the speech finding the theme of the activity "Peace through Reconciliation" relevant to the times.
Speech - Eidl Adha
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