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We must help and support each other in all that we set out to do. Differences in income
and occupation are bound to occur. But that should not deter us from looking out for each
other. The unity and love taught to us by our forebears must be transmitted to the next
generation. Reunions and family gatherings should occur from time to time and we must
foster these in our children.

Several marriages have taken place in the family with spouses outside the Knanaya
community. Several others are bound to take place in future. We must welcome and
embrace them and make them part of us. There should never be a distinction in our own
midst due to marriage alliances. Once married, all must find comfort in the bosom of the
family.

We must not confine ourselves to our own wellbeing. Our ancestors have taught us the
duty of serving others. And we must remain steadfast to that tradition. We must
encourage and support each other in their social and political activities. It is inevitable
that such participation will invite criticism and jealousy. But we must disregard such
obstacles and serve selflessly.

The faith of our ancestors sustained them at all times. Their trust in God saw them
through travails and crisis. Whatever be our circumstances, we must remain loyal to the
faith transmitted to us. We must also pray for the dead and to the dead. Our ancestors are
surely in heaven lovingly looking on us. It is only right and proper that we pray to them
for help and guidance. And we must remember and revere them. And when our sojourn
on earth is over, we must hope to enjoy the heavenly beatitude with our loved ones.

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