Acharya Buddharakkhita (Buddhist Publ. Society); Hulpy Carmen Haessler (photo)
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| If one person shouts, the other should be silent. If one person raises his fist, the other should not. If one person sets a fire, should you set a fire too? Then you will only burn together (Hulpy Carmen Haessler) |
The unifying theme of these pieces might
be called a "positive response" for dealing with provocative people and
situations.
The sacred texts set forth practical techniques taught by the
Buddha for overcoming resentment, anger, hate, and other such pollutants of the heart and mind.
In their place, there is room for cultivating such elevating personal qualities as good will, amity (friendliness), and
compassion. For anyone intent on spiritual development and liberating insight these practical
instructions will help cleanse the heart/mind and to unfold its great
hidden potential.
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