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That is priceless, Jishin.
I love the bad lip reading series. Thanks for bringing an element of humor to this topic.
Gassho--
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The Rick Santorum one is rude in parts, but funny. .... "I'm living for donuts and venison"
Gassho
Daizan
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Thank you all for your kind comments and PMs.
All I do is sit and look at life as a mutant
Gassho,
Kyonin
#SatTodayHondō Kyōnin
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Hello, I agree with what seems to be the overwhelming view of those who have posted here that we must show compassion, respect and understanding to all, regardless of their views. Hate comes from fear and ignorance and compassion the main antidote. A respectful exchange of views is also important. As a UK citizen, I will also sign petitions, write to my MP, donate to activist charities and, when I can, march against the abuses of human rights, civil liberties, environmental destruction and animal welfare. And yes, most important of all is our everyday interactions with other sentient beings.
Thank you for this thread.
Gassho
Cathy
Sat todayGassho,
Cathy
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I believe that I feel compelled to say something soon on the refugee issue, and barring people from entry. This seems as one area that has crossed a line of basic human dignity and compassion.
I need to collect my feelings on the issue.
Gassho, J
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This is an interesting site:
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I did. Of course, my little voice means nothing, but I felt it right to say something. Some may choose to disagree.
A Step too Far: A Way for Refugees and Deserving Immigrants
Gassho, J
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I think it is important for us to remember that even as the Buddha Way is beyond all views, it is not neutral on views, and the prevailing views of the day. Just because many people hold some views does not make them ok. Buddhism is not moral relativism. Morality, right and wrong, are empty like the mountains and rivers, but like mountains and rivers, they return. Form is form.
It is important for this sangha to take a stand, without rancor or hatred, for "right view"' free of racism, nationalism, and nativism. The mindset of a generalized "Us vs Them" cannot stand in the light of practice.
This is not just another political season. There are atavistic impulses with great political power now, and we have a responsibility to offer an alternative view, and to oppose when nessecary without hatred.
On a personal note, here in Canada these impulses are also playing out, which is a shock for us. Tomorrow I will be tutoring a wonderful Muslim art student. What do I say, except that she belongs to my community, has so much to give, and is loved.
Gassho
Daizan
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Love and peace to all.
SAT today
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Rich
MUHYO
無 (MU, Emptiness) and 氷 (HYO, Ice) ... Emptiness Ice ...
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Hello,
today I didn't sleep well, I even had a nightmare regarding a destruction of the world we know. This might explain my somehow negative emotional level. In the morning, I read someone mentioning "Trump building a dictatorship" and some very negative news. Some internet users I know always have a negative view about the future and get extremely emotional, some of them are buddhists, too. First, I didn't think Trump would be that bad, but I slowly begin to believe them. In the end, that's what it is: a belief. The last few weeks I felt great, but today I got a little bit overwhelmed by all this negativity. I don't know what I want to ask you or what my text should express, I just wanted to write this down. Today I feel pretty hopeless. Maybe I just need something uplifting like Kyonin's text.
This, too, shall pass.
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