What Is . . . . Love ???

Ask not of me, love, what is love?
Ask what is good of God above;
Ask of the great sun what is light;
Ask what is darkness of the night;
Ask sin of what may be forgiven;
Ask what is happiness of heaven;
Ask what is folly of the crowd;
Ask what is fashion of the shroud;
Ask what is sweetness of thy kiss;
Ask of thyself what beauty is. Philip James Bailey, Festus (1813), scene A Party and Entertainment.

Today's Inspiration - Phillips Brooks

Quote of the Day

"Character may be manifested in the great moments, but it is made in the small ones."
– Phillips Brooks

About Phillips Brooks

Phillips Brooks, the American clergyman now mostly known for writing the words to the Christmas song, "O Little Town of Bethlehem," was one of the most influential ministers of his time, with his sermons reprinted in major newspapers. He delivered the eulogy at Abraham Lincoln's funeral. Born in Boston in 1835, he spent most of his life there as overseer of Harvard University, rector of Trinity Church, and bishop of Massachusetts. He died in 1893, and the day of his funeral was declared an official day of mourning.

Today's Inspiration – Peter Ustinov

Quote of the Day

"Love is an act of endless forgiveness, a tender look which becomes a habit."
– Peter Ustinov