EFFECTS OF RIGHT ACTION: full moon - Saturday 9th August 2025
Do not ignore the effect of right action
saying, ‘This will come to nothing.’
Just as by the gradual fall of raindrops
the water jar is filled,
so in time the wise
become replete with good.
DHAMMAPADA v. 122
It helps to be reminded that small moments matter. We might feel impressed by the idea of, ‘the bigger the better’, forgetting what a tremendous difference one brief, empathetic smile can make. Or, conversely, the pain and confusion that one harsh word can cause.
WISE ACTION: full moon – Sunday 11th April 2025
As a beautiful flower without fragrance
is disappointing,
so are wise words without right action.
DHAMMAPADA v. 51
A great deal of inspiration can be gleaned from reading and listening to wise teachings. We might even know enough about the Buddhist path of practice to be able to talk about it and inspire others.The implication of Dhammapada verse 51 is that such inspiration is enhanced when our actions are congruent with this wisdom. Life is already disappointing enough without our adding to it, so let’s determine to act in ways befitting the wise teachings we have received.