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[linus_lover]

Wow... 15 weeks since I posted. Something I've been thinking about lately is "the Beloved in his distressing disguise" or "Jesus in his distressing disguise". This means that when you see someone (even yourself) who annoys you or disturbs you in some way, they are still worthy of love and compassion. Its like that parable where a god goes down to

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[squashculls]

does this include people who's intent is only to harm others? they certainly are not worth of any ounce of compassion.

[xsimplylizx]

this.

[linus_lover]

It does include everyone. I don't believe anyone would hurt others but for their own ignorance or pain. It doesn't mean we shouldn't take action for what is right but (as an ideal) we can still do it with compassion.

[slipjigdancer]

I needed to hear this and it's something that I need to remember with a certain person in my life,though I agree with squashculls as well.

[imnotbobru9x]

A lot of people preach tolerance, but tolerance alone is never enough.
Everyone deserves love, some people make it tougher than others though.

[linus_lover]

I agree. It's a great and challenging ideal.