Dhamma Letter No. 118
It is a natural act to ask for forgiveness for the unwholesome behaviors of the body, speech, and mind while living in the world, and it is a must in the process of spiritual practice. Therefore, there should be no unwholesome state of mind left with one another. Therefore, it is very important to express your feelings to others. If there is a misunderstanding between you and others, you need to clear it up wisely. (Dhamma Letter 117)
Forgiveness meditation was introduced earlier in Dhamma Letter 89, so please refer to it.
This has developed into another religious practice. Each religion emphasizes its importance. However, if you understand deeply in Buddhism and see it from the level of enlightenment, it also becomes a fetter.
This is because all reality is accepted as the principle of nature as it is. The law of karma itself has already become nature, and ultimately those who are forgiven and those who seek forgiveness will disappear.
As I emphasized in the last letter, forgiveness is ultimately about cultivating a loving heart towards oneself. When you are full of loving-kindness towards yourself, respect and loving-kindness for others will already be with you. So, cultivate a heart of charity within you! (Practice of loving-kindness: Dhamma Letter 90)
To be continued…
May everyone be free from body and mind!
May you be free from any suffering!
With Metta,
Ayyā Kosallā Vipassinī
Edited by Euna Bonovich
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May the Buddha’s teachings last a long time!
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May everyone be led on the path of peace and blessing!!
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