We say that Shakyamuni Buddha preached the Ten Benevolent deeds to the family of the Dragon King at the Dragon Palace, and this is what he taught
1 We must be kind to animals. We may not slaughter them...
2 We must respect other people's property. There can be no stealing...
3 We must keep our actions wholesome. There can be no lewdness...
4 We must guard our speech against lying. We must not break the promises we make, and we must be truthful and trustworthy. Also, we must guard against making vain, prideful or frivolous statements...
5 We must guard our speech against gossip and slander and causing trouble between people...
6 We must guard our speech against using harsh language and making rude or insulting statements, or uttering profanities...
7 We must guard our speech against lewd, "flower talk" expressions; and other vulgar or suggestive expressions...
8 We must be generous and guard against being greedy...
9 We must purge our hearts of hatred and anger...
10 We must not think evil of people...
-Ven Chan Master Fa Wei Shakya
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