To achieve the mood of a warrior is not a simple matter. It is a revolution. To regard the lion and the water rats and our fellow men as equals is a magnificent act of a warrior's spirit. It takes power to do that.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Becoming a warrior involves a radical shift to see all beings as equals, which requires significant inner strength.
- In plain terms
- Seeing all living things as equals is a powerful act of a warrior.
- What can you take from it?
- Practice humility to see the value in all beings.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who do you treat as lesser than you?
- What prevents you from seeing equality?
Another view
True equality can be difficult to maintain in unequal societies.
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