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|text=The "Patient Buffalo" Jataka tale recounts how the Buddha, in a previous life as a magnificent water buffalo, endured constant torment from a mischievous monkey without retaliating. When questioned by a forest spirit about his extraordinary patience, the buffalo explains that true strength lies in restraint and compassion toward those weaker than oneself, not in retaliation. The tale illustrates the Buddhist virtues of patience and | |text=The "Patient Buffalo" Jataka tale recounts how the Buddha, in a previous life as a magnificent water buffalo, endured constant torment from a mischievous monkey without retaliating. When questioned by a forest spirit about his extraordinary patience, the buffalo explains that true strength lies in restraint and compassion toward those weaker than oneself, not in retaliation. The tale illustrates the Buddhist virtues of patience and nonviolence, demonstrating that maintaining compassion during difficult circumstances represents the highest form of spiritual strength. | ||
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