I asked the Master how one could find the greatest
satisfaction in life.
He thought for some moments and then said gently, "By
disciplining one's self and learning to live divinely in small as well
as great things." I asked Him if He thought it possible to live divinely
in a world so filled with hatred and violence. He nodded vigorously. He
had no doubt about it!
I asked if He would tell me some of the qualities
considered requisite for living the superior life. Listen to them: love,
contentment, unselfishness, appreciation, loyalty, sincerity, devotion,
enthusiasm, joy, simplicity, frugality, gratitude, self-control, faith,
kindness, the capacity for small enjoyments, serenity, honesty, poise,
genuineness, courage, sympathy, tolerance, understanding, good manners,
strong observation, strength with gentleness, unselfish attitudes,
dignity, freedom from evil purposes, and the ability to be interested in
people and things for their sakes and not for personal return.
"Suppose one had all these qualities" I said. "And
suppose he lived them so silently, modestly, but radiantly, that men,
women, and children were happier and better for having known him. What
would you call one like that?"
The Master smiled and answered, "Most people call him
dog."
Go on to Wildlife
Workshop - [email protected]
Return to 7 November 1999 Issue
Return to Newsletters
** Fair Use Notice**
This document may contain copyrighted material, use of which has not been
specifically authorized by the copyright owners. I believe that this
not-for-profit, educational use on the Web constitutes a fair use of the
copyrighted material (as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright
Law). If you wish to use this copyrighted material for purposes of your
own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain permission from the copyright
owner.
