|
|
The conceit of self (mana in Pali) is said to
be the last of the great obstacles to full awakening. Conceit is an
ingenious creature, at times masquerading as humility, empathy, or virtue.
Conceit manifests in the feelings of being better than, worse than, and
equal to another. Within these three dimensions of conceit are held the
whole tormented world of comparing, evaluating, and judging that afflicts
our hearts. Jealousy, resentment, fear, and low self-esteem spring from
this deeply embedded pattern. Conceit perpetuates the dualities of “self”
and “other”—the schisms that are the root of the enormous alienation and
suffering in our world. Our commitment to awakening asks us to honestly
explore the ways in which conceit manifests in our lives and to find the
way to its end.
|
|
No comments:
Post a Comment