Principles

The Key Principles The Path Teaches?

Core Ethical Principles

  • Showing mercy and compassion to others
  • Being humble and meek
  • Pursuing peace and reconciliation
  • Caring for the poor and marginalized
  • Living with integrity

The Golden Rule and its Applications

  • Treating others as you wish to be treated
  • Practicing empathy and understanding
  • Extending kindness even to those who wrong you

Social Justice

  • Standing up for the oppressed
  • Challenging systemic unfairness
  • Advocating for the vulnerable
  • Criticizing hypocrisy in power structures

Wealth and Materialism

  • Warning against greed and excessive wealth
  • Encouraging generosity and sharing
  • Emphasizing spiritual wealth over material possessions

Key Parables with Moral Lessons

  • The Good Samaritan (helping others regardless of social barriers)
  • The Prodigal Son (forgiveness and reconciliation)
  • The Talents (using one’s abilities responsibly)
  • The Widow’s Mite (valuing sincere giving over showy displays)

Forgiveness

  • The importance of forgiving others
  • Seeking reconciliation over revenge
  • Understanding human fallibility

Personal Ethics

  • Being truthful in speech and action
  • Avoiding hypocrisy
  • Living with integrity
  • Taking responsibility for one’s actions

Community Values

  • Supporting the vulnerable
  • Building inclusive communities
  • Sharing resources
  • Caring for neighbors

Wisdom Teachings

  • Looking beyond surface appearances
  • Judging actions rather than people
  • Understanding the spirit rather than just the letter of laws
  • Seeking wisdom through reflection and experience

We will see you on The Path.