A mendicant who loves diligence, seeing fear in negligence— advances like fire, burning up fetters big and small.
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The Dhammapada, translated by Buddharakkhita, is one of the most cherished scriptures of Theravada Buddhism — a collection of 423 verses attributed to the Buddha himself, presenting the core of the dharma in pithy, memorable form. Its verses on the mind, suffering, the path, and nirvana have guided and comforted practitioners for over two thousand years. This translation is widely used in meditation centers and Buddhist studies programs for its fidelity and clarity.
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You have been born in this world as a human being to worship God, so try to cultivate love for his divine presence.
Love is selfless and pure when it has no ulterior motives.
God is more tender to His servants than a mother to her nursing child.
I have loved you with an everlasting love, and so I have drawn you to myself with loving kindness.
Have contentment, work with love, maintain purity of mind and body, practice contemplation, and have faith in the Lord, viewing all with equanimity.