The Three Virtues
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The Three Virtues
Vortex of Might Mon Mar 17, 2008 7:04 pm
The Vortex of Might was created with a certain goal. While you are in it, as a founder of the guild I would like to share you my thoughts, which will help your stay and your path leading to the goal of the Vortex of Might.
The Three Virtues
Respect
The first virtue is respect. While the awareness of the self and the universe is a goal, one must also see the connection between others and the universe. Destroying other's happiness and severing other's connections with the universe is not serving the world's well being, and therefore not your own. We are not naive and understand that trial, conflict, war, and suffering do happen; however we will strive to make the universe a better place in spite of these hinderances.
Tenacity
The second virtue is tenacity. The adherence to this virtue is to weed out the unfaithful, as true dedication takes years. The world is much bigger than one lone soul; and while the world can change a soul in a day, it takes much more time to change the world. Only through tenacity can we hope to affect the universe. If some young students feel like this is an impossible task, others take heart in the realization that if you truly believe there is a connection between the self and the universe, one cannot help but affect the other, no matter the size. Affecting the world can include anything from teaching and instilling hope in others to joining with other like-minded individuals to work together to create a bigger change.
Compassion
After the first two concepts are mastered, we can take on the final virtue: compassion. The connection between the self and the universe is strong, but it still is only one connection. If a follower serves another to increase his happiness, his bond with the universe grows stronger. The happiness he recieves by helping someone also strengthens himself and the universe, and he is able to affect the universe even more.
Compassion is perhaps the most powerful - and most dangerous - virtue. If someone is too compassionate, he can give help where none is needed - or wanted. This oversight can hinder one's growth and happiness. Some helpers can be awkward and do more harm than good with their actions, increasing the suffering and unhappiness in the world. This is why compassion is taught last; only the wise and compassionate can identify who is truly in need and who can grow on their own.
The Three Virtues
Respect
The first virtue is respect. While the awareness of the self and the universe is a goal, one must also see the connection between others and the universe. Destroying other's happiness and severing other's connections with the universe is not serving the world's well being, and therefore not your own. We are not naive and understand that trial, conflict, war, and suffering do happen; however we will strive to make the universe a better place in spite of these hinderances.
Tenacity
The second virtue is tenacity. The adherence to this virtue is to weed out the unfaithful, as true dedication takes years. The world is much bigger than one lone soul; and while the world can change a soul in a day, it takes much more time to change the world. Only through tenacity can we hope to affect the universe. If some young students feel like this is an impossible task, others take heart in the realization that if you truly believe there is a connection between the self and the universe, one cannot help but affect the other, no matter the size. Affecting the world can include anything from teaching and instilling hope in others to joining with other like-minded individuals to work together to create a bigger change.
Compassion
After the first two concepts are mastered, we can take on the final virtue: compassion. The connection between the self and the universe is strong, but it still is only one connection. If a follower serves another to increase his happiness, his bond with the universe grows stronger. The happiness he recieves by helping someone also strengthens himself and the universe, and he is able to affect the universe even more.
Compassion is perhaps the most powerful - and most dangerous - virtue. If someone is too compassionate, he can give help where none is needed - or wanted. This oversight can hinder one's growth and happiness. Some helpers can be awkward and do more harm than good with their actions, increasing the suffering and unhappiness in the world. This is why compassion is taught last; only the wise and compassionate can identify who is truly in need and who can grow on their own.
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Re: The Three Virtues
Aldrundir Wed Mar 19, 2008 2:51 pm
Couldn't have said it better myself. I especially love the first part "Respect"!.
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