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Vol. 1, The Inner Life
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The Law of the Inner Life
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Humanity
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Vol. 1, The Inner Life
The Law of the Inner Life
Humanity
As the spiritual soul proceeds further he begins to show the real traits of humanity, for here humanity really begins. One can see in such a soul the signs which are the pure characteristics of the human being, devoid of the animal traits.
- For instance, there is a tendency in him to appreciate every little good deed done by anyone, to admire good wherever he sees it in any person;
- a tendency to sympathize, whatever be the condition of the person, saint or sinner;
- a tendency to take interest in the affairs of his friends when called upon to do so;
- a tendency to sacrifice, not considering what he sacrifices, as long as he is moved to do that action.
Respect, gratitude, sincerity, faithfulness, patience, endurance, all these qualities begin to show in the character of that man. It is in this stage that truly he can judge, for at this stage the sense of justice awakens.
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