\u89f8\u52d5\u5fc3\u9748\u7684\u5bd3\u8a00\u6545\u4e8b Since our earliest days, stories have been faithful companions, guiding us through life\u2019s journey. The power of a good story lies in its ability to touch our hearts, inspiring us to grow and bring positive change to ourselves and the world around us. Stories shape our perspective, and in turn, our perspective shapes who we become. \u2605\u4e2d\u82f1\u5c0d\u7167 \u5168\u5f69\u5716\u6587 \u6545\u4e8b\u96a8\u8eab\u807d \u89aa\u5b50\u6559\u80b2\u6700\u4f73\u6559\u6750 \u661f\u96f2\u5927\u5e2b\uff0c\u6c5f\u8607\u6c5f\u90fd\u4eba\uff0c\u4e00\u4e5d\u4e8c\u4e03\u5e74\u751f\uff0c\u5341\u4e8c\u6b72\u79ae\u5fd7\u958b\u4e0a\u4eba\u70ba\u5e2b\uff0c\u7956\u5ead\u6c5f\u8607\u5b9c\u8208\u5927\u89ba\u5bfa\uff0c\u50b3\u81e8\u6fdf\u6b63\u5b97\u7b2c\u56db\u5341\u516b\u4e16\u3002\u4e00\u4e5d\u56db\u4e03\u5e74\u65bc\u7126\u5c71\u4f5b\u5b78\u9662\u7562\u696d\uff0c\u671f\u9593\u66fe\u53c3\u5b78\u91d1\u5c71\u3001\u68f2\u971e\u7b49\u79aa\u6de8\u5f8b\u5b78\u8af8\u5927\u53e2\u6797\uff0c\u6b77\u7d93\u5b97\u4e0b\u3001\u6559\u4e0b\u3001\u5f8b\u4e0b\u7b49\u5b8c\u6574\u7684\u4f5b\u9580\u6559\u80b2\u3002\u5f8c\u61c9\u8058\u70ba\u767d\u5854\u570b\u5c0f\u6821\u9577\uff0c\u4e3b\u7de8\u300a\u6012\u6fe4\u300b\u6708\u520a\u3002 Biography of Venerable Master Hsing Yun<\/strong> A mind with the compassionate vow to deliver sentient beings, Bodhi Light Tales:Volume 1 \u300a\u661f\u96f2\u8aaa\u55bb \u4e2d\u82f1\u5c0d\u7167\u7248\u300b\uff0c\u662f\u4e00\u5957\u5f15\u4eba\u5165\u52dd\u7684\u516d\u518a\u9078\u96c6\uff0c\u5171\u6536\u7de8\u4e86\u4e00\u767e\u4e8c\u5341\u7bc7\u7531\u656c\u611b\u7684\u661f\u96f2\u5927\u5e2b\u8b1b\u8aaa\u3001\u4ee5\u516d\u5ea6\u6ce2\u7f85\u871c\u70ba\u4e3b\u984c\u7684\u6545\u4e8b\u3002\u9019\u4e9b\u6545\u4e8b\u6700\u521d\u6536\u9304\u5728\u300a\u661f\u96f2\u8aaa\u55bb\u300b\uff0c\u5927\u5e2b\u559c\u6b61\u5728\u6f14\u8b1b\u4e2d\u7a7f\u63d2\u751f\u52d5\u6709\u8da3\u7684\u6545\u4e8b\uff0c\u4ee5\u50b3\u905e\u4eba\u9593\u4f5b\u6559\u601d\u60f3\u8207\u5be6\u8e10\u7684\u7cbe\u9ad3\u3002 \u4e94\u6307\u722d\u5927 A Respectful Heart Is the Buddha\u2019s Heart<\/b> \u96a8\u5f8c\uff0c\u4e2d\u6307\u4e0d\u53ef\u4e00\u4e16\u5730\u8aaa\uff1a\u300c\u5728\u4e94\u6839\u624b\u6307\u7576\u4e2d\uff0c \u6211\u5c45\u4e2d\u3001\u6211\u6700\u9577\uff0c\u4f60\u5011\u90fd\u61c9\u8a72\u807d\u547d\u65bc\u6211\u624d\u5c0d\uff01\u300d<\/p>\n \u512a\u96c5\u7684\u7121\u540d\u6307\u63a5\u8457\u5c31\u8aaa\uff1a\u300c\u6211\u96d6\u7136\u53eb\u7121\u540d\u6307\uff0c\u4f46\u662f\u4f60\u5011\u770b\uff01\u4e00\u822c\u4eba\u904e\u751f\u65e5\u3001\u505a\u58fd\u3001\u7d50\u5a5a\u6642\u914d\u6234\u7684\u91d1\u6212\u6307\u3001\u947d\u77f3\u6212\u6307\uff0c\u90fd\u662f\u5957\u5728\u6211\u7684\u8eab\u4e0a\uff0c\u53ea\u6709\u6211\u5168\u8eab\u73e0\u5149\u5bf6\u6c23\u3002\u6211\u9019\u500b\u7121\u540d\u6307\u624d\u662f\u771f\u6b63\u6709\u540d\u554a\uff01\u300d<\/p>\n \u56db\u6839\u624b\u6307\u5404\u81ea\u70ab\u8000\u4e86\u81ea\u5df1\u7684\u5049\u5927\u53ca\u91cd\u8981\u6027\u4e4b\u5f8c\uff0c \u552f\u7368\u5c0f\u6307\u982d\u9ed8\u7136\u4e0d\u8a9e\u3002\u5927\u5bb6\u5c31\u554f\uff1a\u300c\u54a6\uff01\u5c0f\u62c7\u6307\uff0c\u4f60\u600e\u9ebc\u4e0d\u8aaa\u8a71\u5462\uff1f\u300d<\/p>\n \u5c0f\u62c7\u6307\u8aaa\uff1a\u300c\u6211\u6700\u5c0f\u3001\u6700\u5f8c\uff0c\u600e\u9ebc\u80fd\u8ddf\u4f60\u5011\u76f8\u6bd4\u5462\uff1f\u300d\u6b63\u7576\u5927\u5bb6\u8b9a\u6b4e\u5c0f\u62c7\u6307\u7684\u8b19\u865b\u7684\u6642\u5019\uff0c\u5c0f\u62c7\u6307\u63a5\u8457\u53c8\u8aaa\uff1a\u300c\u4e0d\u904e\uff0c\u7576\u6211\u5011\u5408\u638c\u79ae\u656c\u5e2b\u9577\u3001\u4f5b\u7956\u3001\u8056\u8ce2\u7684\u6642\u5019\uff0c \u53ef\u662f\u6211\u6700\u9760\u8fd1\u4ed6\u5011\u5594\u3002\u300d<\/p>\n \u793e\u6703\u4e0a\u722d\u505a\u8001\u5927\u7684\u4eba\uff0c\u5c62\u898b\u4e0d\u9bae\u3002\u4f46\u662f\u771f\u6b63\u7684\u8001\u5927\uff0c\u4e26\u4e0d\u662f\u7528\u8eab\u5206\u7684\u9ad8\u4f4e\u3001\u6392\u540d\u7684\u5148\u5f8c\u53bb\u8861\u91cf\u7684\uff0c \u8ab0\u80fd\u5c0d\u4eba\u6148\u60b2\u3001\u53cb\u611b\u3001\u670d\u52d9\u3001\u8b19\u865b\u3001\u606d\u656c\uff0c\u8ab0\u5c31\u662f\u6700\u5927\u3002<\/p>\n \u6240\u4ee5\uff0c\u5049\u5927\u4e0d\u662f\u722d\u53d6\u4f86\u7684\uff0c\u800c\u662f\u4e00\u500b\u4eba\u8868\u73fe\u51fa\u4f86\u7684\u6c23\u5ea6\u3002\u4f60\u7684\u5fc3\u80fd\u5305\u5bb9\u4e00\u500b\u5bb6\u5ead\uff0c\u4f60\u5c31\u53ef\u4ee5\u505a\u5bb6\u9577\uff1b\u4f60\u7684\u5fc3\u80fd\u5305\u5bb9\u4e00\u500b\u57ce\u5e02\uff0c\u4f60\u5c31\u53ef\u4ee5\u505a\u5e02\u9577\uff1b\u4f60\u7684\u5fc3\u80fd\u5305\u5bb9\u4e00\u500b\u570b\u5bb6\uff0c\u4f60\u5c31\u53ef\u4ee5\u505a\u7e3d\u7d71\u3001\u9818\u8896\uff1b\u4f60\u7684\u5fc3\u80fd\u5305\u5bb9\u4e00\u500b\u5730\u7403\uff0c\u4e43\u81f3\u4e09\u5343\u6cd5\u754c\uff0c\u4f60\u5c31\u53ef\u4ee5\u548c\u4f5b\u5fc3\u5951\u5408\u7121\u9593\u4e86\u3002<\/p>\n One day, the five fingers of a hand were having a chat, and one of them asked, \u201cOf the five of us, who is the leader?\u201d VOCABULARY<\/b> \u9d28\u5b50\u4e00\u689d\u817f One-Legged Duck <\/b> Once upon a time, there was a CEO named Richard. Under his skilled management, his business grew steadily. Richard was a serious and stern1 man. At work, everyone knew of his high expectations and his sharp eye for details. VOCABULARY<\/b> \uff08\u9644QR Code\u7dda\u4e0a\u97f3\u6a94\uff09
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\n<\/span><\/strong>
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\nIntroducing Bodhi Light Tales by Venerable Master Hsing Yun, a monumental 6-volume set available in both English and Chinese. This enchanting collection invites readers to explore the profound teachings of the Buddha and the principles of Humanistic Buddhism. Within its pages, you will discover 120 carefully selected stories centered around the Six Paramitas, also known as the Six Perfections: Generosity, Precept, Patience, Diligence, Meditative Concentration, and Wisdom. Each tale in this collection is accompanied by words of wisdom, offering profound insights that encourage reflection upon the moral lessons conveyed. These stories provide a mirror through which we can examine our own lives and contemplate how these timeless teachings can be applied to our daily existence.
\nIn this first volume, you will immerse yourself in the realm of Generosity through a treasury of 20 short stories. Designed to captivate readers of all ages, this book also includes vocabulary lists to assist bilingual readers in fully understanding the essence of each tale.
\nMay Bodhi Light Tales illuminate your path as you explore the boundless possibilities of compassion, understanding, and generosity.<\/p>\n
\n<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\u4f5c\u8005\u7c21\u4ecb<\/b><\/h4>\n
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\nVenerable Master Hsing Yun was born in 1927 in Jiangdu, Jiangsu Province, China. At the age of 12, he was tonsured by Venerable Master Zhikai in Qixia Temple, Nanjing, with Dajue Temple in Yixing, Jiangsu, as his ancestral temple. He later became the 48th-generation lineage holder of the Linji Chan school. In 1947, he graduated from Jiaoshan Buddhist College, and also trained at various Chan, Pure Land, and Vinaya monasteries, including Jinshan, Qixia, and others. He received a comprehensive Buddhist education in the lineage, teachings, and Vinaya disciplines. Later on, the Venerable Master was invited to serve as the principal of Baita Elementary School, and also the editor-in-chief of Raging Billows Monthly.
\nIn the spring of 1949, the Venerable Master arrived in Taiwan. He served as the editor-in-chief of Human Life Magazine, Buddhism Today Magazine, and Awakening the World.
\nIn 1967, the Venerable Master founded the Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Order, with the Four Objectives: to propagate the Dharma through culture; to foster talents through education; to benefit society through charity, and to purify people\u2019s minds through spiritual cultivation. Guided by the principles of Humanistic Buddhism, he went on to establish over three hundred temples worldwide. Additionally, he oversaw the creation of various art galleries, libraries, publishing companies, bookstores, the Merit Times newspaper, and the Cloud and Water Mobile Clinic. Furthermore, he established sixteen Buddhist colleges and founded three high schools and five universities, including the University of the West in the United States, Fo Guang University in Taiwan, Nanhua University in Taiwan, Nan Tien Institute in Australia, and Guang Ming College in the Philippines. Notably, he also established the Institute of Humanistic Buddhism.
\nIn 1970, the Venerable Master established Da Ci Children\u2019s Home and the Lanyang Ren Ai Senior Citizen\u2019s Home, providing shelter and care for vulnerable young children, and elderly individuals. He also actively engaged in emergency relief efforts, contributing to the fostering of a welfare society. Then, in 1991, he founded the Buddha\u2019s Light International Association (BLIA) and was elected as the President of the World Headquarters. Under his guidance, the association’s mission expanded, symbolized by the saying, \u201cthe Buddha\u2019s Light shining over three thousand realms, and the Dharma water flowing continuously through the five continents.\u201d
\nIn 1977, the Fo Guang Buddhist Canon, the Fo Guang Dictionary of Buddhism, and the 132-volume Selected Chinese Buddhist Texts in Modern Language were compiled. In 2017, the Complete Works of Venerable Master Hsing Yun was published, comprising 365 volumes with over 30 million words, systematically expounding the ideologies, teachings, theories, and practical outcomes of Humanistic Buddhism.
\nIn 2023, the Venerable Master peacefully passed away, his virtuous deeds complete and fulfilled, having reached the age of ninety-seven. He was revered as the Founding Master of the Fo Guang Order, and he left behind this poignant poem:<\/p>\n
\nA body like a boat on the Dharma ocean, unbound.
\nShould you ask what I have achieved in this lifetime?
\nPeace and happiness shine upon the five continents. <\/i><\/p>\n\u76ee\u9304<\/b><\/h4>\n
\nBiography of Venerable Master Hsing Yun \u661f\u96f2\u5927\u5e2b\u7c21\u4ecb
\nEditor\u2019s Introduction \u7de8\u8005\u5e8f
\nHow to Use This Book \u5982\u4f55\u4f7f\u7528\u672c\u66f8
\nStories
\n01. A Respectful Heart Is the Buddha’s Heart \u4e94\u6307\u722d\u5927
\n02. Compassion Is Like a Bridge \u6148\u60b2\u5982\u6a4b
\n03. Jealousy, Thy Name Is Weakness \u5e2b\u7236\u7684\u817f
\n04. The Four Envelopes \u56db\u500b\u9326\u56ca
\n05. The Wooden Bowl \u6728\u7897\u7684\u6545\u4e8b
\n06. Life-Saving \u6551\u5ab3\u5a66
\n07. One-Legged Duck \u9d28\u5b50\u4e00\u689d\u817f
\n08. The Royal Beggar \u4e5e\u5973\u8b8a\u7687\u540e
\n09. A Bowl of Noodles \u4e00\u7897\u9eb5
\n10. The Happy Mom Washing Machine \u5abd\u5abd\u6a02
\n11. A Loving Son \u5152\u5b50\u6700\u597d
\n12. A Night Out \u6c99\u5f4c\u591c\u904a
\n13. A Boy’s Offering \u5c0f\u5152\u65bd\u571f
\n14. Offering the Light \u8ca7\u5973\u4e00\u71c8
\n15. The Painters \u756b\u5e2b\u4f5c\u756b
\n16. Praying for Wealth \u6c42\u5bcc
\n17. The Queen’s Ring \u7687\u540e\u7684\u6212\u6307
\n18. Heaven and Hell \u5929\u5802\u5730\u7344\u7684\u7b77\u5b50
\n19. A Generous Donation \u9280\u8ca8\u5169\u8a16
\n20. Offering a Bun \u7f85\u6f22\u8207\u5305\u5b50<\/p>\n\u7de8\u8005\u5e8f<\/b><\/h4>\n
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\nBodhi Light Tales is a captivating 6-volume collection of stories focused on the Six Paramitas, narrated by the revered Venerable Master Hsing Yun. Originally published in Chinese as Xingyun shuoyu (\u661f\u96f2\u8aaa\u55bb), these Buddhist Tales by Venerable Master Hsing Yun emerged from his enlightening talks and lectures on Humanistic Buddhism. In 2019, we took the initiative to adapt these stories into English as an ongoing audiobook series for the Bodhi Light Tales Anchor Podcast channel. However, our ultimate vision has always been to present them in a book format. As the original stories were concise and lacked additional details, the English adaptations were intentionally modified from the Chinese. In essence, the English tales are not direct translations of their original Chinese counterparts. To ensure that readers of all ages, faiths, beliefs, and cultures can connect with these stories, we employed several key approaches during the transition from Chinese to English, which we will elaborate on below.
\nTo make the main characters more relatable, we added background information such as their names, occupations, and personalities. Thorough research was conducted to maintain historical and factual accuracy. We hope this additional information will help readers delve deeper into their favorite characters and even encourage further exploration.
\nFurthermore, we made certain adaptations to account for cultural differences. For instance, in one of the stories, using chopsticks was originally featured, but we replaced it with forks in the English version to resonate with English-speaking readers. Similarly, silk brocade bags known as \u201cjin nang\u201d (\u9326\u56ca) in the original tales were transformed into envelopes. These adjustments were made to ensure that the stories remain relatable to English readers.
\nEach tale concludes with a summary of its morals, providing readers with a clear understanding of the story\u2019s meaning and key lessons. These summaries highlight challenges people face in today’s world and offer practical applications for daily life.
\nAdditionally, we included Dharma Words from Venerable Master Hsing Yun at the end of each story, offering readers a final nugget of wisdom to take away. These quotes were carefully selected based on their relevance to the moral of each story. Venerable Master Hsing Yun originally shared these words of encouragement and advice based on his life experiences, aiming to inspire mindfulness and guide individuals in times of uncertainty.
\nRemember, Buddha-nature resides within all of us, regardless of whether we practice Buddhism or not. Both children and adults have the power to better themselves and positively impact the world around them. Our sincere hope is that these stories will inspire people of all ages, instilling in them a sense of inspiration, courage, and compassion. May this collection serve as a source of inspiration as you navigate through life\u2019s journey toward self-awakening!<\/p>\n\u7cbe\u5f69\u8a66\u95b1<\/b><\/h4>\n
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\nThe Thumb was the first to answer, \u201cOf course I am the leader, because when people give a signal\u00b9 of approval2 to what is good or best, they would put me up and hide the rest of you in a fist. That is also why a \u201cthumbs up\u201d is given to what people approve of. So of course, I am the leader!\u201d said the Thumb proudly.
\nThe Index Finger was not convinced3, \u201cIf someone wants to get people\u2019s attention, they don\u2019t stick out their thumb, do they? No, they raise me. And, when it comes to tasting food – which finger do they use to dab4 the bowl or the dish for a delicious taste? Me! Without me, you would never know what good food is. Without me, you could end up with bad food. That is why I\u2019m the leader. I am vital5 to your survival.\u201d
\nThe Middle Finger laughed and said, \u201cLook I am in the middle, I am the tallest and so the biggest. By virtue6 of my size alone, you should listen to me, and this means I should be the leader.\u201d
\nThe Ring Finger smiled gently, \u201cYou all make good points. But you forget that when people get married, they slip7 the wedding ring on me. So I am clearly the most important. I am the one who gets all the diamond rings and jewelry. This means I am the most valuable among you all, and that is why I am the leader. How can you others compare8?\u201d concluded the Ring Finger.
\nThe Thumb and the three fingers continued to argue9, each thinking they were the greatest, and therefore the rightful leader.
\nAfter a while, they turned to the Little Finger, who had not said a word throughout the conversation, \u201cYou\u2019ve been awfully10 quiet. Who do you think is the greatest among us and therefore the leader of the hand? Who do you think should be the boss?\u201d
\nThe Little Finger looked at them all in turn and said quietly, \u201cWell, I am the smallest finger, few people put rings on me, or hold me in the air or use me to taste food, and no one uses me in a gesture11 of approval. Also, I am the last finger. So, I would not dare12 to compare myself with any of you.\u201d
\nJust as the other fingers gloated13 in satisfaction over the Little Finger\u2019s reply, it continued, \u201cHowever, when people join their palms and bow14 to the Buddha and the Sages, I am the closest.\u201d Then, the other fingers and the thumb nodded15 quietly and wasted no more time on this question.
\nIn life, we often see people competing to be the leader. Some will point to their status16, wealth, or beauty as to why they should be the leader.
\nHowever, status, power, or position are not the real qualities of leadership or even necessarily the signs of the best leader.
\nWhat makes a person stand out as a leader is how they treat and deal with others. Do they act with patience17 and compassion? Do they respect and consider others?
\nIf your heart is big enough to embrace18 all members of your family, you are capable19 of being the head of the family.
\nIf your heart is big enough to accept a city and all its people, then you have the ability to be its mayor.
\nIf your heart is big enough to carry all the people of your country, and you act with consideration20 and compassion for all the citizens, then you are capable of becoming the president or the leader.
\nIf your heart can accept and encompass21 the Earth or even the entire Three Thousand Realms22, then your heart will be in perfect harmony with the Buddha\u2019s heart.
\nJust remember, every noble23 and respected person started from humble24 beginnings.
\nA respectful25 heart is the Buddha\u2019s Heart.<\/p>\n
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\n20. consideration (n.) \u9ad4\u8cbc\uff1b\u95dc\u5fc3
\n21. encompass (v.) \u5305\u542b
\n22. Three Thousand Realms (n.) \u4e09\u5343\u4e16\u754c
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\n24. humble (adj.) \u8b19\u905c\u7684
\n25. respectful (adj.) \u8868\u793a\u5c0a\u656c\u7684\uff1b\u5c0a\u91cd\u7684
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\n\u661f\u96f2\u5927\u5e2b\u6cd5\u8a9e<\/strong>
\nDharma Words by Venerable Master Hsing Yun
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\nHaving roots in your heart, you can blossom and bear fruit;
\nHaving a vow in your heart, you can advance business affairs;
\nHaving reason in your heart, you can travel all over the world;
\nHaving clarity of view in your mind, you can stand true;
\nHaving virtue in your heart, you can tolerate all things;
\nHaving the Way in your heart, you can embrace everything.<\/p>\n
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\nAt home, Richard likewise showed no affection2 toward his wife, nor did he ever praise her. They had been married for more than ten years with no children. Every day, Jane would carefully prepare delicious food for Richard. She would always make him three-course meals, hoping to impress3 him. However, Richard never appreciated4 or praised her efforts. Instead, he simply ate the food in silence and then left to concern5 himself with work or other things.
\nOne day, Richard was home for lunch. Jane had cooked a steamed duck especially for him. When they were both seated, Richard reached for the food but, as he was about to pick up the drumstick6, he realized something strange, so he turned to his wife, \u201cDon\u2019t ducks usually have two legs? Why is there only one drumstick on this plate?\u201d
\n\u201cOh…Didn\u2019t you know that all the ducks raised in this house only have one leg?\u201d Jane replied.
\nDumbfounded7, Richard said, \u201cUtter8 nonsense9! Ducks ALWAYS have two legs, how can they have only one?\u201d
\n\u201cIf you don\u2019t believe me, we can go to the backyard and take a look,\u201d said Jane.
\nRichard immediately10 put down his chopsticks and got up, \u201cSure! Let\u2019s go now.\u201d
\n\u201cAll right!\u201d Jane said.
\nMaking their way to the backyard, Jane quietly opened the gate, as the ducks were sleeping.
\nAs expected, all of them stood on one leg, so Jane said proudly, \u201cSee! I told you that our ducks only have one leg!\u201d
\nRichard smiled, but also had a trick up his sleeve11. He slowly raised his hands and then started clapping, \u201cClap! Clap! Clap!\u201d All the ducks woke up in shock, and immediately ran around like crazy, not knowing what had just happened.
\nRichard turned to his wife and said smugly12, \u201cDo you see? Our ducks
\nDO have two legs, not one!\u201d
\nJane was prepared to use this opportunity to say what she had long held back, \u201cCan\u2019t YOU see that only by applauding13 will these ducks have two legs!!
\nThis story highlights that giving others praise is very important. Who in this world does not like to be praised and acknowledged14 by others? For a family to be happy and harmonious15, it requires every member of the family to come together to make it so.
\nFor a loving couple, as in this story, a husband must praise his wife, letting her know that she is the most beautiful and kind woman in the world. A wife must, in turn, let her husband know that he is the most capable16 and willing man in the world.
\nWithout a doubt, if we respond to each other in kind ways with praise and acknowledgments, the relationship may last for a lifetime. Often when we interact17 with others, we like to cut to the chase18. However, if we speak kindly and with encouragement19, such words become powerful, surpassing20 any physical strength.<\/p>\n
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\nDharma Words by Venerable Master Hsing Yun
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\nBetter a smile than a fragrant flower.
\nBetter a thought than clear water.
\nBetter a poem than a symphony.
\nBetter a praise than poetry.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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