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The Latin term "communitatus" from which the English word "community" comes, is comprised of three elements, "Com-" - a Latin prefix meaning with or togther, "-Munis-" –that means "the link" and "-tatus" a Latin suffix suggesting diminutive, small, intimate or local.. German sociologist Ferdinand Tonnies, defined that "community" is perceived to be be a tighter and more cohesive social entity within the context of the larger society, due to the presence of a "unity of will." He added that family and kinship were the perfect expressions of community but that other shared characteristics, such as place or belief, could also result in a community.
Pehaps, the key is “unity of will”. Communities can be truly empowering and could provide a tremendous support system to all of us.
The Indian term “satsang”, that talks of a group of like minded souls is the seeker’s solace, support and mainstay.
