From 53cb3d0c027da7e8f8078ae20b4d6df4fa0fc9c1 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Chris Koeritz Date: Fri, 31 Aug 2012 13:02:22 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 1/1] new fortune. --- database/fortunes.dat | 14 ++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 14 insertions(+) diff --git a/database/fortunes.dat b/database/fortunes.dat index a57d784a..dcfacd59 100644 --- a/database/fortunes.dat +++ b/database/fortunes.dat @@ -38139,3 +38139,17 @@ affected, and while it is there we will enjoy it without being senseless and arrogant. -- Ringu Tulku, from "Daring Steps: Traversing the Path of the Buddha", edited and translated by Rosemarie Fuchs, page 92. +~ +The role of other sentient beings + + In relation to the attainment of liberation from cylic existence, which is +known also as "definite goodness," the role of other sentient beings is +indispensable. In the Buddhist understanding, the key spiritual practices +that lead to the attainment of liberation are the Three Higher +Trainings—higher training in morality, in meditation, and in wisdom. The +last two are based upon the foundation of the first, namely the training in +morality. As I said before, the presence of other sentience beings is +indispensable for this training. This is how we come to the powerful +realisation that the role of other sentient beings is essential in all areas +of our mundane and spiritual activities. + -- H.H. the Dalai Lama -- 2.34.1