student has at least some understanding. The first line states that the body is like the Boddhi tree which means the body is the basis for reaching enlightenment. The second line compares the mind to the bright mirror because the mind is the bright wisdom of Buddhahood. The third and the last line translates that our minds is not yet bright therefore we must keep is clean and prevent dust from collecting on it. (Thien-An 29‚ 30) Meanwhile‚ Hui-neng who has recently arrived in the monastery was
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complex novel complete with various intricate characters. Miss Maudie is a complicated and influential supporting character present in this novel. Her complex and influential character is portrayed through the traits of optimism‚ patience‚ and selflessness. To begin with‚ Miss Maudie’s complexity and influence is exhibited through her constant optimism. She remains positive even throughout the tragic times in her life. Her enduring optimism is evident when her house catches on fire. As Miss Maudie
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Ladies and gentlemen‚ before I start‚ I’ve been asked to make a couple of announcements. Firstly‚ the hotel manager has asked me to request that‚ for reasons of health and safety‚ none of you are to get up on top of the chairs and tables during my standing ovation. Paul‚ we have been mates for a number of years‚ and it has been an honour to serve as your best man‚ although I’ve not quite understood how that squares with the old saying‚ ‘May the best man win’. And all the time we’ve spent growing
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Selflessness‚ and determination are great characteristics to have‚ but when they are put against each other‚ problems can arise. In the play Antigone by Sophocles‚ Antigone is trying to bury her brother Polynices after his tragic death‚ while fighting for the throne. Creon doesn’t want Polynices to be buried because of how he died‚ fighting for the throne‚ and killing Eteocles‚ the rightful king. Creon doesn’t think it is just for Polynices to be buried. But Antigone says the gods desire it. Antigone
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I completed the task. However‚ it came to a point that I was being exploited by my peers. Not only that‚ I was a victim of academic dishonesty. From eighth grade on‚ I learned to draw a line between too much and too little. Though honesty and selflessness are both important virtues of a good character‚ they both have limits. Truthfulness can build trust‚ but improper use can break trust too. Kindness can create impressions of a well-mannered character‚ but can also create the impression of a easily
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consider Malala Yousafzai a hero because she is selfless and mentally strong like the Greek heroes Odysseus and Psyche. A characteristic Malala Yousafzai has which would cause her to be considered heroic by the Greeks is selflessness‚ alike Greek hero Odysseus. Odysseus’ selflessness is
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suffering." She was looked to not only as a support‚ but also a redeemer. The idea of Sonia as the redeemer was also a strong theme in Crime and Punishment. In the Greek language‚ "Sofia"‚ Sonia’s real name‚ means wisdom. Not only did she speak with wisdom when offering advice‚ she lived it. In this respect‚ Sonia can also be looked to as a Christ figure. She
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the history of South Africa‚ and with this‚ the Constitution was drafted‚ which was seen as the supreme law‚ In term the Constitution therefore represents the collective wisdom of the South African people and has been arrived at by general agreement. The Acts with result were drawn up‚ and with the following in mind: Preamble “We‚ the people of South Africa‚ Recognise the injustices of our past; Honour those who suffered for justice and freedom in our land; Respect those who have worked to build
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Purpose of American Government American Government is necessary for society to maintain an orderly life with the people; that provides a governing body to help protect and carry out the laws that maintain freedom and liberty of the American People. When our founders came to America they were tired of living under a British monarchy and developed the constitution to help with fairness and make sure our community does not end up in tyranny. Within the constitution there are three branches of government
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that bravery‚ selflessness‚ and determination are three vital traits when it comes to defining what it means to be a hero. The first of these traits‚ bravery‚ is absolutely essential.
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