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English version: 'To be ugly, hated by all, born poor, unable to attain official position, with wishes contrary to one's desires, and without the blessings and assistance of gods and sages. To constantly have nightmares, be haunted by monsters, face unexpected disasters, live in unrest, and constantly feel fear.' What causes all of this? It is all because of the inability to endure and subdue evil thoughts, which leads to such consequences. Those who can endure evil deeds will often be peaceful after birth, and all kinds of disasters will be eliminated. Wishes will be fulfilled, appearance will be radiant, the body will be strong and rarely sick, and wealth, glory, and honor will be attained, all due to forbearance, compassion, and helping others. The blessings of forbearance bring peace to oneself, tranquility to relatives, harmony and prosperity to the family, and constant joy. Wise people deeply understand this, so they restrain and subdue their hearts. The heart can mislead people, leading to family ruin and personal danger, punishment by the law, burning in hell, or rebirth as a hungry ghost or even an animal, all due to the faults of the heart.' 'The World-Honored One further said: 'Rather pierce your belly with a sharp sword, cut your muscles, and throw yourself into the fire; be careful never to do evil. Rather carry Mount Sumeru (Sumeru, the central mountain in Buddhist cosmology), crush your life, and throw yourself into the vast ocean to be swallowed by fish and turtles; be careful never to do evil.' If you do not understand the meaning, be careful not to speak rashly. The wise teachings of the Buddha are contrary to worldly views; what the world treasures, the Path considers base. Clear and turbid streams flow differently, the wise and the foolish pursue different paths, loyalty and treachery are enemies, and evil often envies righteousness. Therefore, those who crave desires do not like my practice of non-desire; rather swallow burning coals than slander the Three Jewels (Three Jewels: Buddha, Dharma, Sangha). Forbearance is wisdom, surpassing the light of the sun and moon. The strength of dragons and elephants may be considered great and fierce, but compared to forbearance, it is ten thousand times less. The radiance of the Seven Treasures (Seven Treasures) is valued by ordinary people, but they bring worry and lead to disasters and troubles. Forbearance is a treasure that brings peace from beginning to end. Giving alms in all directions, even with great merit, is not as meritorious as forbearance. Cherishing forbearance and practicing compassion, there will be no resentment in lifetimes, the heart will be tranquil, and there will be no harm in the end. There is nothing to rely on in the world, only forbearance can be relied upon. Forbearance is a safe dwelling, where disasters and strange events do not arise; forbearance is divine armor, which cannot be harmed by any weapon; forbearance is a great boat, which can cross difficulties; forbearance is good medicine, which can save lives; those who are able to forbear, what wish cannot be obtained? If you wish to become a flying emperor ruling the four continents, become the second day's Śakra (Śakra, a deity in Buddhism), and higher levels of...' --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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六天,寿命无极身体香洁,所愿自然。犹若家物取之即得。志愿清净沙门四道,求之可得,在己所向。吾今得佛,诸天所宗,独步三界,忍力所致。” 佛告诸沙门:“当诵忍经,无忘须臾,怀之、识之、诵之、宣之。当宣忍德,以济众生。” 佛说经竟,诸沙门皆大欢喜,作礼而去。 罗云忍辱经 现代汉语译本:六欲天人的寿命是无限的,身体散发着香气且洁净,他们所希望的都能自然而然地实现,就像取用自己家里的东西一样容易得到。如果立志追求清净的沙门四道(Sramana's four paths),只要努力追求就能得到,关键在于自己的志向。我如今成佛,为诸天所尊崇,独自超出于三界之外,这都是忍辱的力量所成就的。” 佛陀告诉各位沙门:‘应当背诵《忍辱经》,不要片刻忘记,要牢记在心、理解其义、诵读它、宣扬它。应当宣扬忍辱的功德,以此来救济众生。’ 佛陀说完这部经后,各位沙门都非常欢喜,行礼后离去。 《罗云忍辱经》
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English version: 'The Devas of the six Desire Realms have limitless lifespans, their bodies are fragrant and pure, and their wishes are naturally fulfilled. It is as easy as taking something from one's own home. If one aspires to the pure four paths of a Sramana (ascetic or religious practitioner), it can be attained through diligent pursuit, depending on one's own aspiration. I have now become a Buddha, revered by all the Devas (gods), and stand alone beyond the Three Realms, all achieved through the power of forbearance.' The Buddha told the Sramanas (ascetics): 'You should recite the 'Ksanti Sutra' (The Sutra of Forbearance), never forgetting it for a moment. Cherish it, understand it, recite it, and proclaim it. You should proclaim the virtues of forbearance, in order to save all sentient beings.' After the Buddha finished speaking this Sutra, all the Sramanas (ascetics) were very happy, paid their respects, and departed. 'The Raula Ksanti Sutra' (The Raula Sutra of Forbearance) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------