That 13th century friend of the poor, St Elizabeth of Hungary, married Ludwig of Thuringia who at first asked his wife to limit her works of mercy. But when she heard of a dying leper, Elizabeth hurried to help, carrying a large basket of foodstuff. On the way, she accidentally met her husband. In her embarrassment, she threw part of her skirt over the basket to hide what she was carrying; Ludwig became curious and wanted to know what she was hiding. Elizabeth could do nothing but reveal the contents of the basket she was carrying; instead of the groceries she was actually carrying, the basket was filled with flowers of all kinds, most of them roses!
Ludwig realized what had happened. The miracle moved him deeply and he gave Elizabeth full leave to carry out her countless charities. It is said that for several years, both in winter and summer, roses grew above St Elizabeth’s grave.
Works of charity are more beautiful than any flowers. They please God and they please all humans. Don’t they? What about resolving to do something about it during the 365 days available to us during each year of our lives?- - Adapted by –Shalini Samuel (Coordinator – Grade 5 & 6)
so true.......
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