Ecology & Spirituality
A Glorious But Sad Vision
When I had the chance to watch closely a Philippine eagle, I understood the metaphor in Exodus: “You yourselves have seen how I carried you on eagle’s wings and brought you to myself.” It was such a glorious vision but, at the same time, a sad one: we are the last generation of humans that will see the Philippine eagle in the wild. The quick extinction of the species, and the huge loss of biodiversity we are going through, should remind us of the wise words of St. Columban: “If you wish to know God, learn about Creation.” And lead us to act accordingly.
Fr. Seán McDonagh, SSC
