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« on: Oct 20, 2020 02:15 am »

From Wahiduddin, whose site I gather spiritual nourishment from-
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"Raise us above the distinctions and differences which divide us..."

This prayer does not suggest that there will be a world without divisions and differences, but rather that we must each learn to rise above such divisions and distinctions... that is, to see beyond our diversity, to see the Divine light in every being, in every situation.

The diversity of mankind will never be conquered by national governments or by religious leaders. Our diversity is the very reason that we exist. We exist to be individuals, we exist to be different. We must accept this simple fact if we want to find the heart of peace. We must simply accept "what is".

Yet within the mosaic all of this diversity, with all of our individual opinions, and with all of our individual needs, there is a common center that we all share, regardless of nationality, or race or religion... and that is the center of love.

For those who see with the eyes of love, there is only the loving, nothing else really matters. Let us rise above the differences and distinctions on the wings of tolerance, understanding, patience and love. Nothing else will ever bring peace.

Mankind has tried to conquer diversity with war, violence, hatred and persecution for thousands of years and yet we never seem to learn the lesson... all of that war, violence, hatred and persecution has been a complete failure. In fact, there is no amount of war, violence, hatred and persecution that will ever end our diversity. Diversity is only conquered with tolerance, understanding, patience and loving kindness

When someone doesn't approve of someone else's behavior, the general reaction is to try to compel the other person to change. But that is not the challenge which Life holds for us. The challenge is not about changing the world outside of us, the challenge is about changing the world within us. To see a new world, we must see with new eyes.

Instead of fighting against diversity, we should strive to accept our differences and deal with one another in tolerance, understanding, patience and loving kindness. We must strive to see with new eyes. Nothing else will ever bring enduring peace or satisfaction.


Wishing you love, harmony and beauty,
       wahiduddin
Full article here,
https://wahiduddin.net/views/diversity.htm

I read recently from Being Peace how the Buddhist community handles their differences. I will share it here because it is interesting to me to compare different cultures who share a common ideal based on Love.
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« Reply #1 on: Oct 20, 2020 09:15 pm »

Yes it is fortunate to live in a culture that accepts diversity and understands its beauty. There will be war when one culture or group of people tries to compel another group of people to be like themselves.
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« Reply #2 on: Oct 22, 2020 07:01 pm »

from Being Peace by Tich Nhat Hanh
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During the last 2,500 years in Buddhist monasteries, a system of seven practices of reconciliation has evolved. Although these techniques were formulated to settle disputes within the circle of monks, I think they might also be of use in our house-holds and in our society.

The first practice is Face-to-Face sitting. In a convocation of the whole sangha, everyone sits together, mindfully, breathing and smiling, with the willingness to help, and not with the willingness to fight. This is basic. The two conflicting monks are present, and they know that everyone in the community expects them to make peace. Even before anything is said, the atmosphere of peace is already present. People refrain from listening to stories outside of the assembly, spreading news about this monk or other monks, commenting on the behavior of this monk or other monks. That would not help. Everything must be said in public, in the community. So the two monks are sitting facing each other, breathing and, how hard, smiling.


The second practice is Remembrance. Both monks try to remember the whole history of the conflict, every detail of the life having to do with the conflict, while the whole assembly just sits patiently and listens: "I remember that that day it was rainy, and I went to the kitchen and you were there. . .," telling as much as he can recall. This is quite important, because the monks are trying to mend the things of the past. The principle of sangha life is to be aware of what is going on, one day things will explode, and it will be too late. If the community is siting in assembly and there are two monks confronting each other, already the conflict has exploded into the open. To sit and try to recall details from the past is the only thing to do now, as far as the past is concerned.
   Suppose a woman and a man get married and then live a neglectful life, not knowing what is really going on subconsciously. Their feelings and their perceptions are creating a dangerous situation. Sometimes things occur beneath the surface which will eventually explode, and by then it is too late to deal with, so the only recourse is divorce or fighting or even killing each other. To meditate is to be aware of what is going on in yourself, your feelings, your body, your perceptions, your family. This is very important for any kind of life. The second technique is to recall, and the more details which the community has, the easier it is to help.

The third principle is Non-stubbornness. Everyone in the community expects the two monks not to be stubborn, to try their best for reconciliation. The outcome is not important. The fact that each monk is doing his best to show his willingness for reconciliation and understanding is most important. When you do your best, trying to be your best in understanding and accepting, you don't have to worry about the outcome. You do your best, and that is enough. The other person will do his or her best. The atmosphere of the assembly is crucial. Because everyone has high expectations for the two monks, they know they must act well or they will not be recognized as brothers.[/size

To be continued...  Smiley
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« Reply #3 on: Jan 11, 2021 03:47 am »

Yes it is fortunate to live in a culture that accepts diversity and understands its beauty. There will be war when one culture or group of people tries to compel another group of people to be like themselves.
And history repeats it self. The war is happening.
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« Reply #4 on: Aug 17, 2021 01:49 am »

I'll have to find my book to finish the seven practices described by Tich Nhat Hanh. <3
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