Three passions have governed my life: The longings for love, the search for knowledge, And unbearable pity for the suffering of [humankind].
Love brings ecstasy and relieves loneliness. In the union of love I have seen In a mystic miniature the prefiguring vision Of the heavens that saints and poets have imagined.
With equal passion I have sought knowledge. I have wished to understand the hearts of [people]. I have wished to know why the stars shine.
Love and knowledge led upwards to the heavens, But always pity brought me back to earth; Cries of pain reverberated in my heart Of children in famine, of victims tortured And of old people left helpless. I long to alleviate the evil, but I cannot, And I too suffer.
This has been my life; I found it worth living
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Ten Reason why i love soccer
1. Anyone can play soccer: A simple sport that anyone can play. All you need is something to kick around. Hey,in niga we play around anythin round.
2. Not complicated to play: Unlike other games where its complexities distract from the game, soccer is simple and easy for anyone to follow.
3. Best Workout of your life: Beats any other sport in terms of physical fitness. Doesn’t matter how strong you are if you don’t have the endurance you won’t keep up. 4. Source of national pride: A great example of this is Iraq. Even though their country was in shreds they still managed to piece together a national soccer team to represent in the Summer Olympics. I remember when they came out during the opening ceremony and received a standing ovation, very touching.
5. Great way to meet people: Doesn’t matter what language you speak soccer is a great way to get to know people in a different country.
6. You can play soccer anywhere: Grass, sand, concrete or bedroom floor, you can kick the ball around anywhere.
7. You can play solo: Unlike baseball or American football, you need someone to practice with. Soccer can be played with someone or by yourself. Meaning, you can play anytime.
8. Soccer is truly a world sport: Soccer is played internationally. The world’s most popular sport baby!
9. Soccer isn’t just a spectator sport: Soccer is fun to watch and play.
10. Equipment is cheap: Well inexpensive is what I mean. All you need are shoes and a ball.