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《大同》英文译本。
《Great Harmony》
Source · The Great Way · Light and LoveLight travels fastest in the cosmos; love stands supreme in cosmic laws.
The Practice of the Great WayWhen the Great Way prevails, the world belongs to all. The virtuous and capable are chosen; trust is fostered, and harmony cultivated. Thus, people care not only for their own parents and children but also ensure the aged find security in their twilight years, the able-bodied contribute their skills, the young thrive, and the widowed, orphaned, childless, disabled, and infirm are all supported. Men have their roles; women have their homes. Resources are not wasted on the ground, yet need not be hoarded for oneself. Strength is not withheld from use, yet need not serve self-interest. Thus, scheming finds no foothold, theft and chaos cease, and doors remain unbolted. This is Great Harmony (Datong).
Fundamental Principles of Humanity: Benevolence, Righteousness, Propriety, Wisdom, Faith
Benevolence (Ren): Compassion and kindness. Thus, no killing, no war; all beings coexist in equality.
Righteousness (Yi): Integrity, justice, and selflessness. Aligns with cosmic laws; no deceit or exploitation.
Propriety (Li): Respect and reverence for all life. Peaceful equality: "Every man is my father; every woman, my mother." Act with restraint; uphold moral order; reject licentiousness.
Wisdom (Zhi): Omniscient insight into cosmic truths and causality. Discerns right from wrong, truth from falsehood. Abstains from alcohol, which erodes benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom, and faith.
Faith (Xin): Trust, sincerity, and honesty. No false speech.
The Five Constants mirror Buddhism’s and Taoism’s Five Precepts:No killing, no stealing, no sexual misconduct, no false speech, no intoxicants.Thus, distinctions dissolve; all teachings return to one source.
Universal Practice Leads to Great HarmonyWhen all uphold the Five Precepts, cultivate the Ten Virtues, and awaken the Bodhi Mind, beings become equal, selfless, virtuous, and orderly. All attain sagehood, enlightenment, and Buddhahood—the world enters Great Harmony.
Unity Beyond DualityThough realms of realization and wisdom vary, intrinsic nature remains undivided. Sages transcend duality, opposition, and separation: "I am you; you are me." All beings coexist equally, interconnected as one family, sharing one origin. Humanity radiates light, love, compassion, and wisdom, supporting one another in harmony.
The Essence of OnenessNo sects, no religions;No self, no other;All teachings return to the Source;All faiths unite in the Great Way.Limitless, effortless, ultimate liberation;One heart, one virtue, one bliss. |
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