As I entered the twilight of my life, I felt an intense desire to look back and find meaning in my journey. Faced with the inevitable reality of death, I found myself harboring two wishes. One of them was to write my memoirs.
The books I had published in the past were merely collections of fragmented stories. But this time was different. I wanted to write a genuine memoir centered on the relationships with people who had profoundly influenced my life, focusing on their positive impact and the inspiration they had given me. It would be more than a simple record; it would be a testament to one person's journey of growth and enlightenment.
The thought that time might not be sufficient weighed heavily on my heart. Life, I realized, was indeed short and filled with regrets. I wanted to tell the young: remember those who have influenced your lives and cherish their teachings. That's what will make you better people.
My other wish was to organize my understanding of the Old Testament. I wanted to put into writing my own insights into the Old Testament, which I had studied and meditated on for many years. This would be more than just an academic exercise; it would be the fruit of my spiritual journey and a legacy for future generations. Fortunately, this task seemed achievable.
These two wishes held meaning beyond mere personal accomplishment. They were an expression of my earnest desire to share with future generations the era I had lived through, the people I had met, and the faith and wisdom I had pursued throughout my life. Even if I couldn't accomplish everything, I felt that these aspirations themselves were enriching my life.
Learning, reflecting, and sharing until the very last moment of life - that was the attitude I strived for. I deeply believed that finding such meaningful goals in our lives and continuously growing is what truly makes our lives worthwhile.
These reflections and aspirations made my life even richer. Past experiences didn't remain mere memories but became the driving force for new challenges towards the future. The process of writing my memoirs wasn't simply about looking back; it was a journey of discovering new meanings and gaining wisdom for the future.
The task of organizing my understanding of the Old Testament also held significance beyond mere academic achievement. It was a precious opportunity to comprehensively review my life's spiritual journey and share the insights gained with future generations. In this process, I once again found myself deeply contemplating the essence of faith and the meaning of life.
These efforts made my life even more meaningful. Although I was physically weakening, I felt mentally more abundant than ever. Learning and growing until the last moment of life, and sharing the wisdom gained in the process with others - I became convinced that this was the true meaning of life.
The books I had published in the past were merely collections of fragmented stories. But this time was different. I wanted to write a genuine memoir centered on the relationships with people who had profoundly influenced my life, focusing on their positive impact and the inspiration they had given me. It would be more than a simple record; it would be a testament to one person's journey of growth and enlightenment.
The thought that time might not be sufficient weighed heavily on my heart. Life, I realized, was indeed short and filled with regrets. I wanted to tell the young: remember those who have influenced your lives and cherish their teachings. That's what will make you better people.
My other wish was to organize my understanding of the Old Testament. I wanted to put into writing my own insights into the Old Testament, which I had studied and meditated on for many years. This would be more than just an academic exercise; it would be the fruit of my spiritual journey and a legacy for future generations. Fortunately, this task seemed achievable.
These two wishes held meaning beyond mere personal accomplishment. They were an expression of my earnest desire to share with future generations the era I had lived through, the people I had met, and the faith and wisdom I had pursued throughout my life. Even if I couldn't accomplish everything, I felt that these aspirations themselves were enriching my life.
Learning, reflecting, and sharing until the very last moment of life - that was the attitude I strived for. I deeply believed that finding such meaningful goals in our lives and continuously growing is what truly makes our lives worthwhile.
These reflections and aspirations made my life even richer. Past experiences didn't remain mere memories but became the driving force for new challenges towards the future. The process of writing my memoirs wasn't simply about looking back; it was a journey of discovering new meanings and gaining wisdom for the future.
The task of organizing my understanding of the Old Testament also held significance beyond mere academic achievement. It was a precious opportunity to comprehensively review my life's spiritual journey and share the insights gained with future generations. In this process, I once again found myself deeply contemplating the essence of faith and the meaning of life.
These efforts made my life even more meaningful. Although I was physically weakening, I felt mentally more abundant than ever. Learning and growing until the last moment of life, and sharing the wisdom gained in the process with others - I became convinced that this was the true meaning of life.
