NEW MOON – Remorse
Published June 26, 2014 07:30
When we see clearly
our own lack of virtue
we are filled with grief;
here and hereafter we grieve.
Dhammapada v. 15
If we ... Read more
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Published June 26, 2014 07:30
When we see clearly
our own lack of virtue
we are filled with grief;
here and hereafter we grieve.
Dhammapada v. 15
If we ... Read more
Published June 12, 2014 07:30
More than a thief,
more than an enemy,
a misdirected heart
brings one to harm.
Dhammapada v.42
A misdirected heart leads us ... Read more
Published May 28, 2014 07:30
Like the bamboo which destroys itself as it bears fruit,
so fools harm themselves by holding to wrong views
and deriding ... Read more
Published May 13, 2014 19:02
As a stormy wind can uproot a frail tree
so one who holds heedlessly to pleasure,
who indulges in ... Read more
Published April 28, 2014 19:04
As a beautiful flower
with a delightful fragrance is pleasing,
so is wise and lovely speech
when matched with right ... Read more
Published April 14, 2014 19:04
One who refrains from causing harm
by way of body, speech or mind,
can be called a great being.
Dhammapada v. 391
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Published March 30, 2014 19:05
While in the midst
of those who hate,
to dwell free from hating
is happiness indeed.
Dhammapada v. 197
Usually we equate ... Read more
Published March 15, 2014 18:05
Tasting the flavour of solitude
and the nectar of peace,
those who drink the joy
that is the essence of reality
abide ... Read more
Published February 28, 2014 18:06
I call them the peaceful ones,
who are calm in body,
in speech and in mind,
and who are thoroughly purged
of all worldly ... Read more
Published February 14, 2014 18:06
Refrain from doing evil,
cultivate that which is good;
purify the heart.
This is the Way of the Awakened Ones.
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