Tuesday, December 16, 2008

In a modern world, can one find sanctuary? If so, where?

I believe one can always find sanctuary somewhere; a sanctuary has a different definition unique to each person. I don't think a modern world has the power to take away something so variable. Whereas I may take sanctuary in drawing or music, another person may find it through writing or religion or even by being in a certain place that has meaning to him. It is impossible to regulate such a thing. Sanctuary is comfort, is metaphysical. It may even be escape or imagination. A building cannot claim the title of sanctuary with a plaque. Such a title must be earned. A modern world may provide more distractions and make it difficult to find peace certainly, but I don't believe it can take it away.

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