Reverence and serenity Everything in the universe originates from the mind. Everything in life, Whether physical or spiritual, originates from thought energy. The power of the mind is as unlimited as the universe itself. A thought of love and generosity brings benefit to mankind; a thought of evil and selfishness results in agony and emotions. Whatever the mind can conceive and concentrate on, the mind can achieve. Buddha teaches us to direct every thought to …showed first 75 words of 5175 total…

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