Reconciling the Religions (actualized Love) … (09/10/09)
Activity: Read each the following verses aloud to yourself in succession:
“Love thy neighbor as thyself.”
~ from the Hebrew Bible, the basis of Judaism
“Love your enemies, Do Good to those who hate you …”
~ from the New Testament, the basis of Christianity
“And let not your ill-will towards another keep you from acting with Kindness.”
~ from the Koran, the basis of Islam
“Better than 1000 useless words is the single word that gives another Peace.”
~ from the Dhammapada, the basis of Buddhism
“Every selfless act is born from God. He is present in every act of Service.”
~ from the Bhagavad Gita, the basis of Hinduism
“If a person seems wicked, respond to his injury with Kindness.”
~ from the Tao Te Ching, the basis of Taoism
Part 2: Now read the following quotes to yourself in silence.
“Show your Love in everything you Do.” ~ Mother Teresa, Christian Saint
“Those with Open Hearts always have Open Hands.” ~ J. Rumi, Islamic Saint
“My religion is Kindness.” ~ The Dalai Lama, Buddhist Saint
“There is no way to Peace … Peace is the Way.” ~ Gandhi, Hindu Saint
Part 3: Regardless of your own religion, go act peace-fully towards a member of another – today!