The first principle of an enlightened life is the integration of generosity of action and spirit in all that we do. Christians call this charity. The word charity comes from the Latin word ‘caritas’, which means unconditional caring; it doesn’t only mean giving pennies to the poor. ‘Caritas’ means unattached generosity, boundless openness, and unconditional love: Open heart, Open mind, Open hand.
A closed fist holds nothing.
An open hand holds the world.
It’s wise to let go of our attachments and aversions. Resistance to letting go is suffering. Craving and attachment are suffering. Aversion is suffering. Therefore, it’s wise to let them go.
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