10 Practices of a Peacemaker
- Recognizing that I am not separate from all that is.
- Being satisfied with what I have.
- Encountering all creations with respect and dignity.
- Listening and speaking from the heart.
- Cultivating a mind that sees clearly.
- Unconditionally accepting what each moment has to offer.
- Speaking what I perceive to be the truth without guilt or blame.
- Using all of the ingredients of my life.
- Transforming suffering into wisdom.
- Honoring my life as an instrument of peacemaking.
Taken from Jean Smith’s The Beginner’s Guide to Zen Buddhism
Really fabulous post. I especially love numero uno–about not being separate from the All-That-Is. I find myself saying that alot.
I think this is where our suffering ultimately comes from. And funny thing is, we AREn’t separate. Thanks so much for this thought-provoking post.
Molly
July 6, 2009 at 4:02 pm
This is very simply (thus, very well) stated. I’m swiping it immediately, and..ohmyohmy: imagine the 10 part sermon series!
barryweber
July 6, 2009 at 6:33 pm
I think I love most that they are juxtaposed to 10 commandments. They’re not rules or laws. They are positive, and they are about being, doing, and becoming.
Lyndon
July 6, 2009 at 8:02 pm