Chapter Thirteenth: Dhammapada
The World
167. Don’t follow wrong path nor believe false doctrines or follow the way of the world. Most importantly don’t be heedless.
168-169. Pay attention! Don’t be lazy! Be meticulous. People who are heedful are happy in this lifetime and in the world beyond.
170-171. Follow the path of wisdom. Look! This world seems [...]
Chapter Twelve: Dhammapada
Self
157. If you hold yourself dear, guard yourself well.
Of the three watches of the night, keep vigil during one.
158. Learn what is right, then teach others, as the wise do.
159. Before trying to guide others, be your own guide. It is hard to learn to guide yourself.
160. Your own [...]
Spiritual Lessons Learnt (So Far)
Like Dhammapada, Tao te-Ching was a treasury of spiritual teachings. Now, as I read Dhammapada, I am reminded of lessons I have learnt from Tao te-Ching. I go back and re-read chapters from the scripture that we read previously. I have been mulling over some of the jewels it [...]