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There are various systems of philosophy, but the fundamental principle of all these is one and that is character; and this is the necessary consequence of knowledge. It is improper to have a perverse attitude towards other sects.
. 38 • It is probable to make others understand with courteousness, but not with anger or impudence. Hostility is excited by hostility. In the whole world, love is the best of all powers. Even in enlightening others it is very useful..
39 Even the refutation of unreasonable arguments should be carried on without par. tiality and hatred. The high-minded are everywhere equanimous, then what to say of their being equable towards other sects.
40 A person who is subdued by passions, even though adhering to his religion, degrades his life; while a person who has subdued his passions, in spite of his not following any special sect, secures the high blessing of his soul.
