Those who shamelessly boast that they are “capable” are like stunted stalks of grain, with their heads held high, whereas those who are humbly content with their abilities are like ripened stalks of grain, with their heads bowed down, bearing a truly fruitful crop.
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He who harms you does so only because he suffers from greed, anger and ignorance. He is pitiful, so you must forgive him.
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When we recite Amitabha Buddha’s name, we are reciting the names of the Buddhas of the Ten Directions too. Rebirth in Amitabha Buddha’s Pure Land is the same as being reborn in all the Pure Lands of the Ten Directions.
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If you want to rise above the masses, you must first walk beneath them. The only way to move others is to be perfectly humble.
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Using cleverness to rob others of their advantages, and gaining happiness by making others suffer are what those of lowly character do.
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When our practices do not go smoothly, it is due to obstacles stemming from our past offenses. This is due to our karma created over the infinite past—the negative karma outweighs the good. In this case, when you want to cultivate virtues, you encounter hardships and obstacles. But when you wish to do bad deeds, you are full of energy.
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Those who are constantly engaged in gossip, and preoccupied with personal gains and losses will only bring affliction, rather than happiness, upon themselves.
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Don’t be overjoyed when things are going your way, and don’t be discouraged when things are not going well. Letting our emotions fluctuate according to different condition only indicates our lack of wisdom.
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To have a good appearance, one should cultivate the Paramita of forbearance. Through forbearance, your body and mind will be at ease, and you will appear calm and kind. People will naturally feel content upon seeing you.
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Why are Buddhas, “World-honored Ones”, worthy of our respect? It is because their blessings and wisdom are complete and perfect. These “Twofold Adornments” are not accomplished for their own enjoyment, but rather for the sake of all sentient beings. That is why they are honored by all.
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