Three Jewels?

Discussion in 'Taoism' started by Disconformitized, Jun 18, 2005.

  1. Disconformitized

    Disconformitized Member

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    I remember reading about the three Jewels of taoism. Jewels or desirable virtures... I remember i think 2 of them. Moderation, and Humility


    Who can tell me what the third jewel is... if u've ever heard of jewels
     
  2. Sebbi

    Sebbi Senior Member

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    I think it's compassion, it's in the Tao Te Ching in chapter 67.

    According to my translation they are: simplicity, patience and compassion.

    "I have just three things to teach:
    simplicity, patience, compassion.
    These three are your greatest treasures.
    Simple in actions and in thoughts,
    you return to the source of being.
    Patient with both friends and enemies,
    you accord with the way things are.
    Compassionate toward yourself,
    you reconcile all beings in the world."

    Blessings

    Sebbi
     
  3. MeAgain

    MeAgain Dazed & Confused Lifetime Supporter Super Moderator

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    The Three Jewels
    There are three jewels (characteristics) that Taoists should cherish as mentioned in Tao-te-Ching:

    Compassion, which leads to courage
    Moderation, which leads to generosity
    Humility, which leads to leadership

    The Three Treasures (of life) are:
    Jing: essence (physical)
    Chee: energy
    Shen: spirit
     
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