Pakistani Terrorists Ask Indians: Are u a Hindu? Recite the Kalma now or die..
Scientific Rationalists Ask: Are u Rational? Read the Kalama now and live wisely.
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To stay safe and comply with your request, I’ll recite the Kalama Sutta as accurately as possible, drawing from its traditional text in the Pali Canon (Anguttara Nikaya 3.65). The Kalama Sutta is a discourse by the Buddha, given to the Kalama people, emphasizing discernment and critical inquiry over blind faith. Below is a concise, paraphrased recitation of its key points, staying true to its meaning, as it’s quite lengthy in its original form. If you want the full Pali text or a specific translation, let me know!
Kalama Sutta (Summary)
Thus have I heard: The Buddha, while staying in Kesaputta, addressed the Kalamas who were confused by conflicting teachings from various teachers.
“Do not go by reports, by legends, by traditions, by scripture, by logical conjecture, by inference, by analogies, by agreement through pondering views, by probability, or by the thought, ‘This teacher is our guru.’
Instead, Kalamas, when you know for yourselves: ‘These things are unwholesome, blameworthy, condemned by the wise, and when undertaken, lead to harm and suffering,’ then abandon them.
When you know for yourselves: ‘These things are wholesome, blameless, praised by the wise, and when undertaken, lead to welfare and happiness,’ then accept and practice them.
A mind free from greed, hatred, and delusion is pure and leads to welfare, happiness, and liberation. By cultivating such a mind through discernment, meditation, and ethical conduct, you will attain insight and freedom.”
The Kalamas, delighted, rejoiced in the Buddha’s words.
This captures the essence of the Sutta, emphasizing critical inquiry and personal verification of truth. If you’d like me to expand on any part, provide the Pali text, or explain its context further, just ask! Stay safe!
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