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At times, in life, we may be treated with contempt or become subject to abuse. People may spread unfair rumors and gossip about us, and we may be tempted to respond with anger. But Śāntideva points out that no amount of verbal abuse or name-calling can actually harm the body or the mind. | At times, in life, we may be treated with contempt or become subject to abuse. People may spread unfair rumors and gossip about us, and we may be tempted to respond with anger. But Śāntideva points out that no amount of verbal abuse or name-calling can actually harm the body or the mind. | ||
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Such words are reminiscent of the childhood phrase | Such words are reminiscent of the childhood phrase "Sticks and stones may hurt my bones, but calling names won't harm me." But here Śāntideva takes the meaning a step further and uses such words as a reason to encourage us to not become resentful or angry. | ||
The second half of the chapter is devoted to a detailed explanation of the different kinds of patience that are required in situations where anger and resentment may arise. For instance, when others mistreat our loved ones, it is easy for anger to arise. But anger and irritation may also arise when people do positive and helpful things for those whom we consider to be our enemies. Both of these situations are likely to increase our resentment, and yet both situations are worthy of our patience. | The second half of the chapter is devoted to a detailed explanation of the different kinds of patience that are required in situations where anger and resentment may arise. For instance, when others mistreat our loved ones, it is easy for anger to arise. But anger and irritation may also arise when people do positive and helpful things for those whom we consider to be our enemies. Both of these situations are likely to increase our resentment, and yet both situations are worthy of our patience. | ||
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