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Compassion and Trust

Thich Nhat Hanh · December 29, 1996 · Plum Village, France
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This talk details exploring faith and love, emphasizing that loving God fully means loving all beings deeply. It discusses interconnectedness, using waves and water as an analogy for the relationship between ultimate and phenomenal realities. Buddhism emphasizes approaching the ultimate dimension differently, recognizing Svabhava and phenomena as facets of the same truth. Everything is interconnected, influenced by factors like family, society, and culture. Nirvana signifies extinguishing concepts and transcending earthly love. Jesus embodies both human and divine aspects, emphasizing shared humanity. Loving God or Nirvana requires meditation beyond words. Buddhism teaches recognizing Buddha’s presence in all forms and connecting with the Dharma body. Loving Nirvana differs from loving Buddha, emphasizing interconnectedness and impermanence. True happiness intertwines with suffering, cultivating compassion and love. Pure lands symbolize enlightenment, embodying mindfulness and compassion. Let’s aspire to create pure lands everywhere, spreading enlightenment and love, celebrating the Buddha of love.

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