I'm struggling this week to keep my compassion and tolerance levels up high. So, going back to basics, I'd like to share this study material on what it means to be a Bodhisattva.
The good news is that we've all got the potential within our lives to summon up the qualities of the Bodhisattva (one of the Ten Worlds, and namely the desire to relieve other people's suffering), by way of our daimoku. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo elevates our lifestate and develops our Buddha nature - our courage, compassion and wisdom. We don't need to deny our own feelings, or act as if in servitude, but instead celebrate the joy which comes with practicing for both ourselves, and others.
http://www.sgi.org/buddhism/buddhist-concepts/bodhisattva.html
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