from St Isaac the Syrian

St Isaac the Syrian, one of the early Church mystics, when asked the question....

What is a charitable heart?

"It is a heart which is burning with love for the whole of creation, for men, for the birds, for the beasts... for all creatures. He who has such a heart cannot see or call to mind a creature without his eyes being filled with tears by reason of the immense compassion which seizes his heart;

A heart which is softened and can no longer bear to see or learn from others of any suffering, even the smallest pain being inflicted upon a creature. That is why such a man never ceases to pray for the animals... (He is) ... moved by the infinite pity which reigns in the hearts of those who are becoming united with God."

What you can do:

1. Visit AAR resources page for ways to help, bless and pray for animals.
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2. Sign A Proclamation for Animal Compassion.
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Posted by by Michelle Buckalew, Best Friends Animal Society Multifaith Outreach Program