Andrea Elizabeth
Spiritual Seer
Andrea Elizabeth
Spiritual Seer
Posted on January 20, 2015 at 7:34 PM |
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Karuna is a Sanskrit word and is used in Hinduism and Buddhism. It is
translanted to mean any action that is taken to diminish the suffering
of others and could also be translated as "compassionate action." When
individuals experience enlightenment, they report that all beings are
known as one. Therefore, it is natural to extend compassionate action or
Karuna to everyone without distinction because we are all one. As we
help others and aid them in their healing process, all beings benefit.
Because of the oneness of all beings, it is understood that Karuna is
not only extended to others out of love, but also because it is an
entirely logical thing to do. In the same way that you would want to
heal your own wounds, you would also want the wounds of others to heal.
It is also stated in the Buddhist literature that Karuna must be
accompanied by parjna or wisdom in order to have the right effect.
Karuna
is the motivating quality of all enlightened beings who are working to
end suffering on Earth. They continually send an unlimited amount of
healing energy and guidance to us, but not all are receptive to it. As
you develop Karuna in yourself, not only are you helping others, but you
also become more receptive to the Karuna that is being sent by all
enlightened beings. Thus your healing is quickened as well. |