News 76, Cinema Scene The Lion King Spoken
by Supreme Master Ching Hai Little Lion's
father told him, "I am brave when I should be, and only this
is true bravery!" Similarly, when we are new to spiritual practice,
we are always very anxious. Our spiritual cultivation is still not
stable and our meditation is not very good, yet we go out and boast.
People feel uncomfortable with us. This is not the way to preach the
Truth. It is more important to first purify our actions, speech and
thoughts, and fulfill our obligations. When we have perfected ourselves
spiritually, people will follow us even if we don't say anything.
We might be doing the right thing, but if it is done at the wrong
time and in the wrong place, then it is futile. This is where we should
use our wisdom. If you think you are very clever and do everything
in a rush, then it is not good! |
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