Compassion is the wish and intention to alleviate the suffering of others.
It is the unconditional care and concern for all beings. The ability to realise that all beings experience distress.
Not just ourselves or those we care for. It arises from selfishness is relinquished and even the suffering of wrong doers is seen as clearly as our own.
Born of wisdom not emotions, compassion knows no boundaries, it makes no exception. Flowing from the true nature, compassion knows no bitterness and does not judge.
It expect nothing in return. And while love based on emotions may change to hatred, compassion arising from wisdom will never change. Free of attachment and expectation, compassion is not deterred by others’ actions nor does it not wane in the face of slander or jealousy.
Encountering fear and grief, sadness or confusion, compassion can help heal. When there is compassion helping others reduce their suffering is not a burden. It is a joy. With compassion we can transform our lives, we can change the world.
Venerable Wuling
http://www.abuddhistperspective.org/abuddhistperspective/2021/3/17/reflections-on-compassion.html
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