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This could be Katagiri Roshi speaking, end of talk only.
Talking about concentration camps.
The talk concludes with reflections on the themes of sacrifice, faith, and eternal freedom, illustrated through the story of Maximilian Kolbe, a prisoner in Auschwitz. Kolbe's selfless act of offering his life to save another prisoner exemplifies the profound connection between personal conviction and spiritual liberation. The narrative underscores the importance of trust and belief within communities, linking it to the friendship between Jesus and the Sangha.
Referenced Works:
- Maximilian Kolbe's Diary: Chronicles Kolbe's experiences and actions as a prisoner at Auschwitz, providing a personal account of his sacrifice and religious faith.
- Auschwitz Records: Highlight the harsh realities and strict laws under which Kolbe and other prisoners lived, thereby illustrating the magnitude of his sacrifice.
- The Tale Conveyed by the German Embassy Officer: Offers additional insights into Kolbe's life in Japan, detailing his character and influence, further emphasizing his belief in freedom and faith.
These references collectively illuminate the intersection of historical events and spiritual teachings within the context of Zen philosophy and interfaith understanding.
AI Suggested Title: Faith and Freedom in Sacrifice
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This reel was part of the original SR pilot collection, but is not SR speaking.
to tell God's gospel. And one day I went to Nagasaki city, I met him, and I can understand what relationship occurred between us. But then I corresponded through the letter so many times. And when Poland, his native country, Poland, And he once took back his trip to Poland. This time, Nazis captured him, suspecting he worked as a spy in Japan. But it's not true. He was captured as a prisoner. And as you know, there was a terrible terrible, terrible murder in the gas chamber at the gas shutdown.
[01:11]
Auschwitz sent him to Poland. Maksim Korobe, one of the prisoners, he described his diary every day. One time, one prisoner wanted to escape. At that time, the law was very strict. If one prisoner escaped, ten prisoners were punished. One time, every day, Geshe Thabo punished the prisoner so hard. My friend, Maxim Korobe, located the ward and the entrance. He said, I can pray for everyone to suffer from coming and go with the punishment.
[02:14]
The one time, his roommate want to escape. And it was a terribly hot season in summer. All prisoners line up outside. the temperature almost 112. This time, an officer beaten, beaten, beaten, almost going to die without a reason. So one time, officer with a gun like this way, and you are the escaper, but he's not. That time he only said, oh my wife, oh my children, like that. And Maximilian Kolbe cannot stand. So he took his place. I'm going to die. Please let him go. That night, it was so miserable to every prisoner.
[03:23]
a roaring, a moaning, like the animal's voice come out always, all through night. The next morning, Maximilien Courbet took the acid, or just, what can you say? Enzyme? Arsenic! Enzyme. Yeah, he took drink and die instead of the prisoner. But he's always free, because strong Geshe Thabo cannot take his own will. My friend passed away with his own free, because he believed I served for someone. I'm free without Geshe Thabo. This is written and told to me after the World War.
[04:31]
The German embassy officer came to Japan and he was once a friend of Maximilian Korb. He found his diary and he told me the details of his pass away. So I strongly impressed my friend's action. Eternal freedom always belonged to him. Especially my vision of him during his stay in Japan. He was so good to children, especially Japanese people. I'll never forget. his freedom, believing in his own religious faith. Oh, it is tremendous. So, friendship between Jesus and Sangha is most important.
[05:34]
Believing in each other, trusting each other. I guess I'll try this.
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