Spreading the message of compassion from "summary" of The Epic of the Buddha by Chittadhar Hrdaya
The Buddha’s teachings are like a gentle rain that falls upon the parched earth, nourishing the seeds of compassion that lie dormant within each of us. Through his words and actions, he showed us the way to cultivate this compassion and spread it far and wide, like a radiant light that banishes the darkness of ignorance and greed. Compassion is not merely a feeling of sympathy or pity for those who are suffering, but a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of all beings and a genuine desire to alleviate the suffering of others. It is a wellspring of kindness and generosity that flows freely and effortlessly from a heart that is open and unselfish. The Buddha’s message of compassion is simple yet profound – treat others as you would like to be treated, with k...
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