“I've read thousands of pages of rich reflection on the world's wisdom traditions, and I've written hundreds of pages in response to the materials and experiences I've been exposed to here.”
“I am much more hopeful about multireligious community, and I am more committed to the work of actualizing that community, more aware that it is not passively created.”
“I learned from so many beautiful humans here at HDS, whose grace, wisdom, and imagination have been a balm and a spark for my soul.”
"In this environment, I gradually found clarity about my values and future path. I’ve both grown academically and found more inner stability."
“I always wondered how open-hearted people got to be that way. I still don't know how they do it, but I am grateful now to have so many examples.”
"I feel there is a vastness to the background of my life that has slowly expanded over my time here. It's as though the landscape through which I perceive my life has gotten richer, kinder, and more complex."
“From finding my voice and intellectual passion, to being surrounded by some of the most wonderful people I have ever met, my time at HDS has been profoundly rich both in my personal and academic life.”
"I have become more self-reflexive, servant-led, and spiritually grounded. I hope that I have also become more loving and compassionate, and a better leader."
“I hope to be remembered as someone who tried to be kind and generous even when it was difficult or inconvenient, who lived his vows imperfectly and honestly.”
"Traveling to Salt Lake City with our 'Walking the Inland Sea' class was one of the most meaningful and magical experiences I’ve ever had."