The Gloss On Life

I was reading a daily devotional (a day late) and the entry for Veterans Day talked about the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne Australia. It was built in the early 1930s as a tribute to those soldiers who served in World War I. It has since been expanded to serve as a shrine for all veterans. What captured my attention, however, was this.

Ray of Light

A special feature of the Shrine is the Ray of Light. Thanks to the combined skills of the astronomer, the mathematician and the surveyor the Ray of Light falls on 'LOVE' on the Stone of Remembrance at 11am on the 11th of November and will continue to do so for 5,000 years at least. The time and date commemorate Armistice (meaning a stay of armed conflict) which marks the end of hostilities in World War 1.

The "Love" spoken about is part of a quotation, "Greater Love Hath No Man". I don't think any more of that quotation is necessary as the location bespeaks the rest of that scripture.

What a remarkable tribute and truly demonstrates much more than simply a deeply heartfelt thanks for serving God and country.

To that, I can only add, thank you Dad for your service.

Labels: Christianity, memorials, military service