Matthew
Jesus’ bloodline is confirmed. There are 14 generations between Abraham and David, 14 generations between David and the exile to Babylon, and 14 generations from the exile to Babylon to the birth of Jesus.
When Joseph learns of Mary’s pregnancy he wanted to divorce her. An angel informs him that Mary was touched by the Holy Spirit.
The 3 wise men visit to Bethlehem alerted Herod of the birth of the "king of the Jews." This upsets Herod. Herod orders the death of all males born around the time of Jesus’ birth. Hearing this news, Jesus’ family flees Bethlehem. They do not return until Herod is dead.
While growing up in Nazareth, John the Baptist was busy preparing the way. When Jesus was an adult, he went to John to be baptized. Soon after his baptism Jesus goes out to the desert for 40 days and nights.
When Jesus begins to preach he starts to attract followers. While on his journey, Jesus performs many miraculous feats. Jesus sends out his 12 disciples to spread the good news.
The Pharisees and Sadducees are threatened by Jesus. Jesus warns against them. Paul declares Jesus as Christ. Shortly thereafter, Jesus warns of his death.
Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkey. He enters the temple and turns over tables and benches belonging to the money changers. Jesus accuses the Pharisees and Sadducees of profiting from God and straying from God’s teachings.
Jesus informs his disciples he will be crucified. Judas agrees to betray Jesus for 30 silver coins. Jesus is arrested in the garden of Gethsemane. Jesus is crucified to the cross and dies on the cross.
Jesus is buried. Three days later he is risen.
Mark
John the Baptist is preparing the way for Jesus. Jesus is baptized by John in the river Jordan. The Holy Spirit sends Jesus into the desert for 40 days and nights.
John the Baptist is imprisoned. As Jesus preaches the good news he starts to pick his disciples. Jesus performs many miraculous feats. Jesus starts to have crowds follow him. Jesus pick his 12 disciples. Jesus sends his disciples out to spread the good news.
Jesus feeds a crowd of 5000 with 5 loaves of bread and 2 fish. Jesus walks on water. Jesus feeds a crowd of 4000 with 7 loaves of bread.
Peter calls Jesus the Christ. Jesus explains to his disciples that he will die.
Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkey. Jesus turned over the tables of the money changers. Soon afterward the priests were looking for a way to kill Jesus.
During the Lord’s Supper, Jesus reveals that one of his disciples will betray him. Jesus informs Peter that he will deny Jesus 3 times. Jesus is arrested at Gethsemane and it is known that Judas is the betrayer. Jesus is brought before Pilate. Pilate lets the crowd decide Jesus’ fate. The crowd wants him dead.
Jesus is crucified. Onlookers yell at Jesus and make fun of him. Jesus dies on the cross. Jesus is buried and 3 days later raises from the dead.
Luke
Zechariah is foretold of his son’s birth. His son will be John the Baptist. 6 months after John the Baptist was conceived, so it was for Mary with Jesus. John was born first and Jesus was born second.
John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus. Jesus’ bloodline is established and he is baptized. After his baptism, Jesus goes out into the desert for 40 days and nights. In the desert he is tempted by Satan.
During his journey, Jesus perform many miraculous feats. Jesus sends out his 12 disciples to preach about God’s Kingdom. Peter calls Jesus the Christ. Jesus sends out 72 other disciples to spread the word. Jesus gives many lessons on a variety of subject matter.
Jesus give his disciples a warning about his impending death.
Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkey. Jesus enters the temple and chases out the money changers. At the last supper, Jesus warns of betrayal and his impending death. Jesus is arrested at the Mount of Olives. Judas was the betrayer. Jesus is crucified on the cross. Jesus dies on the cross. Jesus is buried and rises from the dead 3 days later. Jesus appears to his disciples and allows them to see him lifted into heaven.
John
The Word is God and God became human.
John the Baptist is not the prophet everyone had been expecting. John points out Jesus as the Lamb of God. John the Baptist gives testimony on Jesus’ arrival.
Jesus enters Jerusalem. The Jews do not believe Jesus is the prophet they have been waiting for.
Jesus washes his disciples feet just before the supper. During supper, Jesus reveals Judas will be a betrayer. Jesus informs his disciples that he is the way to the Kingdom of Heaven.
Jesus is arrested. Jesus is sent to stand before Pilate. Pilate sentences Jesus to death by crucifixion. Jesus is crucified and dies on the cross. Jesus is buried. Jesus makes himself seen to Mary, then his disciples, and finally to Thomas.
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Friday, October 17, 2008
Response to Religious Literature: The Qu'ran
The Most High
Praise God. He is the creator and fulfiller of all. He creates to insure success. He gives life and takes life. You must never forget this. God knows all. He is what can make your life bearable. Remember him always. Those who don’t will suffer. Remember God. Praise him. Life with God will always be better than life itself.
The Resurrection
The day of resurrection is here. The day of judgement is here. Man shall wonder what his fate is. He will be confused and beg God for mercy. He will stand before God and judge himself. He will be reminded how he chose life over God. Man does not heed God’s calling until it is much too late. Does man think life is without purpose. God is that purpose.
The Bee
Glory to God. God warns man of his existence. God informs man that he is the creator of all. There is only one God. Why do you turn your back on God? Why don’t you believe in God? You will know God exists on the day of the Resurrection. Those who did not heed God’s calling will rest in hell. For those who did, they will be with God. God has no pity for the man who chose to ignore God. There are always reminders. Why does man ignore the obvious? God is the creator. Worship God. Man only cries out to God in times of danger. After God intervenes man forgets him. You will pay in the afterlife. God has given you everything. Yet you run from God. Make amends with God. He is merciful.
The Cow
This will protect you from evil. Those who believe in God will be with him in the hereafter. Those who do not believe will suffer. You may lie to others but you cannot lie to God. Remember all that God has done for you. Do not doubt him. God was there with Adam. Adam was a believer. Always turn to God. Join God. Stop being an unbeliever. All of creation is your proof. God rewards those who follow him.
The Women
God created man and woman. Man and woman are bound to God and bound to each other. Men may marry up to four women. If he cannot be just, then marry one. Inheritance is equal amongst man and woman. The greedy shall be taken care of. Only those who are evil need to repent before God. Man, respect your woman. Man, take care of your woman. God knows all. All is judged by God. Whatever good comes to you comes from God. Whatever bad comes to you comes from yourself. Fight the good cause for God. Kill the unbeliever that tries to make you stray from God. If you are killed, your killer will go to hell. Be true to God. Stay away from the unbeliever.
Praise God. He is the creator and fulfiller of all. He creates to insure success. He gives life and takes life. You must never forget this. God knows all. He is what can make your life bearable. Remember him always. Those who don’t will suffer. Remember God. Praise him. Life with God will always be better than life itself.
The Resurrection
The day of resurrection is here. The day of judgement is here. Man shall wonder what his fate is. He will be confused and beg God for mercy. He will stand before God and judge himself. He will be reminded how he chose life over God. Man does not heed God’s calling until it is much too late. Does man think life is without purpose. God is that purpose.
The Bee
Glory to God. God warns man of his existence. God informs man that he is the creator of all. There is only one God. Why do you turn your back on God? Why don’t you believe in God? You will know God exists on the day of the Resurrection. Those who did not heed God’s calling will rest in hell. For those who did, they will be with God. God has no pity for the man who chose to ignore God. There are always reminders. Why does man ignore the obvious? God is the creator. Worship God. Man only cries out to God in times of danger. After God intervenes man forgets him. You will pay in the afterlife. God has given you everything. Yet you run from God. Make amends with God. He is merciful.
The Cow
This will protect you from evil. Those who believe in God will be with him in the hereafter. Those who do not believe will suffer. You may lie to others but you cannot lie to God. Remember all that God has done for you. Do not doubt him. God was there with Adam. Adam was a believer. Always turn to God. Join God. Stop being an unbeliever. All of creation is your proof. God rewards those who follow him.
The Women
God created man and woman. Man and woman are bound to God and bound to each other. Men may marry up to four women. If he cannot be just, then marry one. Inheritance is equal amongst man and woman. The greedy shall be taken care of. Only those who are evil need to repent before God. Man, respect your woman. Man, take care of your woman. God knows all. All is judged by God. Whatever good comes to you comes from God. Whatever bad comes to you comes from yourself. Fight the good cause for God. Kill the unbeliever that tries to make you stray from God. If you are killed, your killer will go to hell. Be true to God. Stay away from the unbeliever.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Response to Religious Literature: Bhagavad Gita
1.
Arjuna looks over the battlefield to see that it is occupied by family and friends. This saddens him. The atrocities that await Arjuna and his people force him to question the necessity of this war. He realizes that he will not be killing an enemy, he’ll be killing those he respects and loves. He questions whether or not killing on the battlefield is murder. Arjuna cries out to Krishna for an answer.
2.
Krishna comes to Arjuna on the battlefield. Krishna questions Arjuna’s sudden hesitancy in fulfilling his duty as a warrior. Arjuna explains to Krishna that he does not want kill people he knows. Arjuna begs Krishna for understanding. Krishna goes on to explain to Arjuna that he will not be a murderer if he fights on the battlefield. Krishna explains to Arjuna the cycle of life and death and how it is relevant to the task at hand. Krishna urges Arjuna to fight. Krishna explains to Arjuna that it is his duty to fight. Krishna also explains the importance of yoga and its impact on the practitioner.
3.
Arjuna questions Krishna why it is paramount that he fight. Krishna explains to Arjuna that no one can ever be without action. Krishna goes on to explain that action without attachment is divine, therefore, Arjuna should fight because he will be doing Krishna’s bidding. Krishna points out that if he does not fight, Arjuna will not be dutiful to Krishna. Krishna urges Arjuna to be dutiful and to fight on his behalf.
8.
Arjuna questions Krishna on what it is to be the best of all men. Krishna reminds Arjuna that the one who remembers Krishna is the best of all men. That the one who is fixated on Krishna shall join him in the world beyond the material. Krishna reminds Arjuna of the importance of yoga and meditation, they are the tools that will keep Arjuna close to Krishna.
11.
Arjuna asks Krishna to allow him to see his true form. Krishna grants Arjuna the ability to see his divine form. Arjuna is astounded by the infiniteness of Krishna. Arjuna is amazed that Krishna is all things. After a while, the spectacle of Krishna’s true form is too much for Arjuna to handle. Krishna informs Arjuna that he has revealed his true form to him because Krishna an d Arjuna are of one spirit. Krishna then reveals his human form to Arjuna as an act of comfort.
Arjuna looks over the battlefield to see that it is occupied by family and friends. This saddens him. The atrocities that await Arjuna and his people force him to question the necessity of this war. He realizes that he will not be killing an enemy, he’ll be killing those he respects and loves. He questions whether or not killing on the battlefield is murder. Arjuna cries out to Krishna for an answer.
2.
Krishna comes to Arjuna on the battlefield. Krishna questions Arjuna’s sudden hesitancy in fulfilling his duty as a warrior. Arjuna explains to Krishna that he does not want kill people he knows. Arjuna begs Krishna for understanding. Krishna goes on to explain to Arjuna that he will not be a murderer if he fights on the battlefield. Krishna explains to Arjuna the cycle of life and death and how it is relevant to the task at hand. Krishna urges Arjuna to fight. Krishna explains to Arjuna that it is his duty to fight. Krishna also explains the importance of yoga and its impact on the practitioner.
3.
Arjuna questions Krishna why it is paramount that he fight. Krishna explains to Arjuna that no one can ever be without action. Krishna goes on to explain that action without attachment is divine, therefore, Arjuna should fight because he will be doing Krishna’s bidding. Krishna points out that if he does not fight, Arjuna will not be dutiful to Krishna. Krishna urges Arjuna to be dutiful and to fight on his behalf.
8.
Arjuna questions Krishna on what it is to be the best of all men. Krishna reminds Arjuna that the one who remembers Krishna is the best of all men. That the one who is fixated on Krishna shall join him in the world beyond the material. Krishna reminds Arjuna of the importance of yoga and meditation, they are the tools that will keep Arjuna close to Krishna.
11.
Arjuna asks Krishna to allow him to see his true form. Krishna grants Arjuna the ability to see his divine form. Arjuna is astounded by the infiniteness of Krishna. Arjuna is amazed that Krishna is all things. After a while, the spectacle of Krishna’s true form is too much for Arjuna to handle. Krishna informs Arjuna that he has revealed his true form to him because Krishna an d Arjuna are of one spirit. Krishna then reveals his human form to Arjuna as an act of comfort.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Response to Religious Literature: The Analects of Confucius
Jen
Jen is to know and love your fellow man. It is selfless action in efforts to promote others. It is to treat others as you want to be treated. It is about be just and kind. It is about accepting where you are in you life. It is about being virtuous and dutiful.
The Superior Man
The superior man is a sincere and humble man of righteousness and honor. He is ruled by virtue. He is reflective and independent. He is not ruled by fear and understand fear to be nothing more than an obstacle meant to be overcome. He is always moving forward and never stuck in the past. He is a man of dignity and society. He is strong when strength is needed. He is in awe of the heavens, other great men, and the wisdom of sages.
Li (Rites 4)
Li is respect, carefulness, boldness, and straightforwardness as determined by "the rules of propriety." It is the honoring of virtues and rules which govern us.
Yueh (Music)
The Master explains the importance of synchronicity and how our lives must be harmonious with our surroundings.
Learning and Teaching
It is acknowledged that the Master is free of conclusion, predetermination, stubbornness, and ego.
The Master claims that all men are initially alike but differ once they have become learned. He explains the differences of man. He claims that men are born with knowledge, acquire knowledge, or are just plain dumb. He explains that the sharing of knowledge takes proper thinking. The acquisition of knowledge requires the same. One need not impose limitations on self when teaching or learning or both. Adherence to the reasons for learning and the rules that govern us will insure that one never strays from the proper path. One must choose to learn for the sake of learning and no other reason. To be a learned man is to be free from the complexities of life and the minutia that engulfs our everyday reality.
Government
The Master explains government. The government is responsible for sustenance, military protection, and a competent leader, with the latter being most important. He explains that leaders should be always be of clear mind and consistent in leadership. The Master explains that a nation is a reflection of it’s leader. He explains that the government and leadership should be in unison with its populace.
Rectifying the Names
Confucius explains that proper leadership will lead to dutiful citizens. He explains that the correction of names leads to truth in language, which in turn leads to truth in all things.
Jen is to know and love your fellow man. It is selfless action in efforts to promote others. It is to treat others as you want to be treated. It is about be just and kind. It is about accepting where you are in you life. It is about being virtuous and dutiful.
The Superior Man
The superior man is a sincere and humble man of righteousness and honor. He is ruled by virtue. He is reflective and independent. He is not ruled by fear and understand fear to be nothing more than an obstacle meant to be overcome. He is always moving forward and never stuck in the past. He is a man of dignity and society. He is strong when strength is needed. He is in awe of the heavens, other great men, and the wisdom of sages.
Li (Rites 4)
Li is respect, carefulness, boldness, and straightforwardness as determined by "the rules of propriety." It is the honoring of virtues and rules which govern us.
Yueh (Music)
The Master explains the importance of synchronicity and how our lives must be harmonious with our surroundings.
Learning and Teaching
It is acknowledged that the Master is free of conclusion, predetermination, stubbornness, and ego.
The Master claims that all men are initially alike but differ once they have become learned. He explains the differences of man. He claims that men are born with knowledge, acquire knowledge, or are just plain dumb. He explains that the sharing of knowledge takes proper thinking. The acquisition of knowledge requires the same. One need not impose limitations on self when teaching or learning or both. Adherence to the reasons for learning and the rules that govern us will insure that one never strays from the proper path. One must choose to learn for the sake of learning and no other reason. To be a learned man is to be free from the complexities of life and the minutia that engulfs our everyday reality.
Government
The Master explains government. The government is responsible for sustenance, military protection, and a competent leader, with the latter being most important. He explains that leaders should be always be of clear mind and consistent in leadership. The Master explains that a nation is a reflection of it’s leader. He explains that the government and leadership should be in unison with its populace.
Rectifying the Names
Confucius explains that proper leadership will lead to dutiful citizens. He explains that the correction of names leads to truth in language, which in turn leads to truth in all things.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Response to Religious Literature: Tao Te Ching
Chapter 22
Whatever it is that you want from this life, become the exact opposite. What is needed is an understanding of the opposite end of the spectrum from which you stand. Once you have a knowledge of both ends of the spectrum, you then have a knowledge of what is truly acceptable behavior. This understanding will allow the real you to be seen.
Chapter 24
Foolhardiness, braggadocio, conceit, pompousness, and the like are unsavory characteristics to possess. The Tao does not permit the aforesaid.
Chapter 25
That which is, is nameless. All that is, comes from that which is nameless. Heaven, Earth, and Humankind all come from that which is nameless. Each is dependant upon the other. The Tao is self-reliant. It is the beginning, middle, and end. It is infinite.
Chapter 32
The Tao just is. Everything begins and ends with the Tao. Once you know this and accept this, life becomes much more simple and has much joy. Some things aren’t meant to be understood. The Tao is such a thing. Just know that it is and believe in it.
Chapter 37
True action requires no action. The Tao acts by not acting and remains all powerful in doing so. It is the irresistible force and the immovable object. Believe in the Tao and everything will fall into its place. If you choose not to believe, the power of the Tao will prevail regardless.
Chapter 49
Those that are tapped into the Tao, work from the Tao. They are a part of the infinite. They understand all, treat all equally, and act from the good. The rich and the poor, beggars and thieves, liars and the self-righteous are given understanding, treated with equality, and given a fair shake. This is the way of the Tao.
Chapter 53
The one thing that would prevent me from following the Tao would be my pride. It is my pride that prevents me from tapping into the infinite. The Tao requires much effort on my behalf. My pride wishes me not to work. My pride wants me to have everything but it doesn’t want to put in the work to get. My pride wants instant gratification, not long term investment. There are no shortcuts to the Tao.
Chapter 56
There is never a need to boast. Just knowing that one is following the Tao is knowledge enough. One understands this once they have practiced meditation. Through meditation one learns that what one thinks is real is really not. One who meditates has tapped into the source. For them, this is knowledge enough. They are beyond reproach.
Chapter 77
The Tao does not work the way humankind works. The Tao works in the exact opposite of what man does. Humankind is not beyond reproach, the Tao is. Humankind errs daily, the Tao does not. Where humankind takes, the Tao gives. This is the way of the Tao.
Chapter 79
The problems of the world will never be solved because man inhabits the world. Thus, the Tao has no expectations of humankind. But for those who choose to pursue the Tao, those who follow the Tao, the Tao ensures they are treated rightly.
Whatever it is that you want from this life, become the exact opposite. What is needed is an understanding of the opposite end of the spectrum from which you stand. Once you have a knowledge of both ends of the spectrum, you then have a knowledge of what is truly acceptable behavior. This understanding will allow the real you to be seen.
Chapter 24
Foolhardiness, braggadocio, conceit, pompousness, and the like are unsavory characteristics to possess. The Tao does not permit the aforesaid.
Chapter 25
That which is, is nameless. All that is, comes from that which is nameless. Heaven, Earth, and Humankind all come from that which is nameless. Each is dependant upon the other. The Tao is self-reliant. It is the beginning, middle, and end. It is infinite.
Chapter 32
The Tao just is. Everything begins and ends with the Tao. Once you know this and accept this, life becomes much more simple and has much joy. Some things aren’t meant to be understood. The Tao is such a thing. Just know that it is and believe in it.
Chapter 37
True action requires no action. The Tao acts by not acting and remains all powerful in doing so. It is the irresistible force and the immovable object. Believe in the Tao and everything will fall into its place. If you choose not to believe, the power of the Tao will prevail regardless.
Chapter 49
Those that are tapped into the Tao, work from the Tao. They are a part of the infinite. They understand all, treat all equally, and act from the good. The rich and the poor, beggars and thieves, liars and the self-righteous are given understanding, treated with equality, and given a fair shake. This is the way of the Tao.
Chapter 53
The one thing that would prevent me from following the Tao would be my pride. It is my pride that prevents me from tapping into the infinite. The Tao requires much effort on my behalf. My pride wishes me not to work. My pride wants me to have everything but it doesn’t want to put in the work to get. My pride wants instant gratification, not long term investment. There are no shortcuts to the Tao.
Chapter 56
There is never a need to boast. Just knowing that one is following the Tao is knowledge enough. One understands this once they have practiced meditation. Through meditation one learns that what one thinks is real is really not. One who meditates has tapped into the source. For them, this is knowledge enough. They are beyond reproach.
Chapter 77
The Tao does not work the way humankind works. The Tao works in the exact opposite of what man does. Humankind is not beyond reproach, the Tao is. Humankind errs daily, the Tao does not. Where humankind takes, the Tao gives. This is the way of the Tao.
Chapter 79
The problems of the world will never be solved because man inhabits the world. Thus, the Tao has no expectations of humankind. But for those who choose to pursue the Tao, those who follow the Tao, the Tao ensures they are treated rightly.
Response to Religious Literature: Wisdom of Buddha
The Twin Verses –CANTO I
Everything starts in your mind. Your thoughts are your reality. If one is negative thinker, he will bring about negativity in his life. Conversely, the same can be said if one is a positive thinker. This includes how one feels, as well. If one is filled with hate, his life will be miserable. Conversely, the same can be said if one is filled with love. We are the captains of our ship. We either sink or float, it all depends on our psychic harmony. This will continue with us past this life time. Those who understand the nature of mind do everything they can to lighten the load, those who don’t understand sink. You are what you think you are. When thought of in Western terms, your thoughts bring about actions, thereby, you are what you sow.
The Holy One – CANTO VII
The Holy One is the individual who has no karma, the one who has reached the end of the cycle of life and rebirth. He has reached Nirvana. This individual has forsaken all of life’s attachments, physical and psychic. The Holy One grasped The Four Noble Truths and walked down The Eightfold Path and accepted The Three Marks of Existence. We are reminded that we, too, can be a Holy One.
Old Age –CANTO XI
From the moment you are conceived you are destined to die. This is an indelible fact. So why fool yourself with good times, fancy clothes, jewelry, toys, and the whole lot. He who has the most toys does not win. Nothing in this world is yours, not even your body. This is why it is important to begin your spiritual quest very young. Do so now that when you are much older you will have the wisdom enough to let go rather than having the ignorance of holding on. Become one of self-discipline before it is too late. Acquire the knowledge now that way you will not become one who does not learn from the past and is destined to repeat it.
The Enlightened One – CANTO XIV
Those who are Enlightened are in a place most will not understand. They have traveled a path that required endless effort and selfless devotion. They were able to see beyond this world and never lost sight of what is at the end of the tunnel. They allowed their minds to be clear of negativity and hate. They aspired to be a Holy One. They acquired the knowledge young and did not fear death. They have escaped the cycle of life and rebirth and reached Nirvana.
Happiness – CANTO XV
Be careful of the company you keep. Let me see your friends and I will tell you who you are. If one is to be happy, one needs to be around happy people. If one is to be a positive person, one has to be around positive people. What we gain from surrounding ourselves with happy, positive people is not just a happy, positive life but a knowledge of what we don’t want in our lives. A knowledge of what we don’t need in our lives. That knowledge brings about a joy in us because it validates the life we have chosen in realizing The Four Noble Truths and embracing The Eightfold Path.
Everything starts in your mind. Your thoughts are your reality. If one is negative thinker, he will bring about negativity in his life. Conversely, the same can be said if one is a positive thinker. This includes how one feels, as well. If one is filled with hate, his life will be miserable. Conversely, the same can be said if one is filled with love. We are the captains of our ship. We either sink or float, it all depends on our psychic harmony. This will continue with us past this life time. Those who understand the nature of mind do everything they can to lighten the load, those who don’t understand sink. You are what you think you are. When thought of in Western terms, your thoughts bring about actions, thereby, you are what you sow.
The Holy One – CANTO VII
The Holy One is the individual who has no karma, the one who has reached the end of the cycle of life and rebirth. He has reached Nirvana. This individual has forsaken all of life’s attachments, physical and psychic. The Holy One grasped The Four Noble Truths and walked down The Eightfold Path and accepted The Three Marks of Existence. We are reminded that we, too, can be a Holy One.
Old Age –CANTO XI
From the moment you are conceived you are destined to die. This is an indelible fact. So why fool yourself with good times, fancy clothes, jewelry, toys, and the whole lot. He who has the most toys does not win. Nothing in this world is yours, not even your body. This is why it is important to begin your spiritual quest very young. Do so now that when you are much older you will have the wisdom enough to let go rather than having the ignorance of holding on. Become one of self-discipline before it is too late. Acquire the knowledge now that way you will not become one who does not learn from the past and is destined to repeat it.
The Enlightened One – CANTO XIV
Those who are Enlightened are in a place most will not understand. They have traveled a path that required endless effort and selfless devotion. They were able to see beyond this world and never lost sight of what is at the end of the tunnel. They allowed their minds to be clear of negativity and hate. They aspired to be a Holy One. They acquired the knowledge young and did not fear death. They have escaped the cycle of life and rebirth and reached Nirvana.
Happiness – CANTO XV
Be careful of the company you keep. Let me see your friends and I will tell you who you are. If one is to be happy, one needs to be around happy people. If one is to be a positive person, one has to be around positive people. What we gain from surrounding ourselves with happy, positive people is not just a happy, positive life but a knowledge of what we don’t want in our lives. A knowledge of what we don’t need in our lives. That knowledge brings about a joy in us because it validates the life we have chosen in realizing The Four Noble Truths and embracing The Eightfold Path.
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