Tuesday, May 17, 2011

How to be your own master?

Shakyamuni Buddha explained the fundamental spirit of Buddhism as a sense of individual responsibility. "You are your only master. Who else? Subdue yourself and discover your master." In other words, we must each take responsibility for our own self-discipline and for cultivating meaningful lives.

Buddhism Day by Day
Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda 28/10

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