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दया(Daya)
Kindness
Daya is the compassionate and benevolent attitude towards all living beings, characterized by the desire to alleviate their suffering and promote their well-being. It involves empathy, gentleness, and acts of generosity, forming a fundamental principle of ethical and spiritual conduct.
In Sanatan Dharma, kindness is a cornerstone of righteous living and spiritual progress. It nurtures harmony, reduces harm, and fosters love and understanding across all life forms.
- Helping others without expectation of reward.
- Speaking and acting with gentleness and care.
- Practicing forgiveness and patience.
- Engaging in selfless service (Seva).
- Cultivating positive intentions towards all beings.
- Improved relationships and social bonds.
- Increased inner joy and emotional fulfillment.
- Greater social harmony and cooperation.
- Spiritual upliftment and peace.
Bhagavad Gita 12.13
""He who has no malice towards any being, who is friendly and compassionate... is dear to Me.""
Identifies kindness as a divine quality.
Mahabharata
""Kindness is the greatest virtue of all.""
Stresses the supreme value of kindness.
- Kindness is not weakness or naivety.
- It is an active and conscious choice to do good.
- Helping strangers in need.
- Listening patiently to others’ concerns.
- Performing acts of charity and volunteerism.
- Using gentle language even in disagreements.
Kindness fosters mental health, reduces conflict, and builds compassionate societies in today’s world.
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Cultivating these Gunas (virtues) leads to a balanced, harmonious, and spiritually fulfilling life. The information provided is for educational purposes.