Stainless Purity of mind and deed. Freedom from all evil thoughts and impure imaginings.
Unbroken Calmness of mind, even in the midst of outward strife, or surrounded by the turmoil of many vicissitudes.
Abiding Goodness of heart; imperviousness to evil; returning good for evil.
Compassion; deep pity for all creatures and beings in their sufferings. Shielding the weak and helpless; and protecting, out of pity, even one’s enemies from injury and slander.
Abounding Love toward all living things; rejoicing with the happy and successful, and sympathizing with the sorrowing and defeated.
Perfect Peace toward all things. Being at peace with all the world. A profound reconciliation to the Divine Order of the universe.
Such are the virtues that transcend both vice and virtue. They include all that vir-
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