hasunoha

I wonder if I will perish if I don't have any virtue

We are now at an age where we can reach the 60th birthday. I'm thankful to be able to do work where I can make use of my expertise, but in the past, I was forced to work as a full-time employee due to restructuring, and I've already been unable to return to my original position for over 10 years. It's probably going to be difficult in the future. There were also people who criticized me for being “immoral” (deceased, a person with deep relationships with Buddhism). I myself have a feeling that “I simply don't have luck, and I can't go so far as to say that I have no moral character,” but on the other hand, I also have fears and concerns that I really don't have any virtue and will continue on the path of decline toward old age. The relationship between luck and virtue is really elusive, but even so, I would be happy or even extreme if you could give me some words that make sense. If you think about it, over the years, I've always asked similar questions over and over, and it's heartbreaking, but each time I've received powerful words from the monks who answered, and little by little, I'm getting better. Thank you very much.

4 Zen Responses

What is important in Buddhism is how to live in the present

Looking at your current consultation and past consultations, it seems that you are particular about “human virtue,” but the word “human virtue” does not appear in the Buddhist teachings I have learned so far.
The only thing that matters in Buddhism is how we live now.
So what kind of people are blessed with good luck?
The Buddha said the following in the Zensho Sutra.

“A learned person, armed with commandments, meek, intelligent, humble, and modest”
“A person who is brave, never neglects, does not flinch even when faced with adversity, does not disrupt his actions, and is intelligent”
“A person who brings people together well, makes friends, is generous, and adapts to lead”
── Kakugoki people gain fame.
“Giving and speaking words of affectionate love, doing our best for others in this world, cooperating appropriately on this and that matter”
── Wise men often observe these protections, so they become great and receive praise.

If I were to name just one of these, I think it would be “doing my best for people in this world.”
If your current job is contributing to someone's happiness, that's probably enough.

It's about using yourself as a light and making sure to walk step by step.

Thank you for your consultation. Amidst many years of hard work, the fact that you have been able to walk honestly by making use of your own expertise is a precious figure in itself.

In Buddhism, “virtue” does not mean building worldly status, wealth, or honor. Rather, they are influenced by whether “luck” is good or bad as it changes. True “human virtue” dwells in a heart that does not forget to be grateful, regulates oneself, and cares for others no matter what situation you are in.

Those who point at you as “immoral” simply measured you on their own narrow scale. Even if you have a deep connection with Buddhism, there is no need for those words to keep you bound. Actually, you have a deep sense of gratitude, saying, “I'm thankful to be able to do my job.” That humble heart is nothing but proof of the already great “virtue.”

There is a Buddha saying “jitomyo (jitomyo).” It's about definitely walking step by step, using yourself as a light without being misled by other people's evaluations. You have a solid path that you have cultivated over many years. There was no such thing as a downfall. Please believe in yourself and enjoy today's day to the fullest. I support you from the bottom of my heart.

Worship
Engiji Temple Shakujo 

You should be proud of the path you've walked. Continue to believe in your own path

I think it's because the restructuring was also affected by social conditions. Even if there was no fault on the worker side, it may have been swallowed up by the whirlwind of the times, such as the fact that personnel arrangements were unavoidable in order to maintain and survive the company.

In the midst of drastic changes in every industry and job category, your skills and expertise are powers you have built yourself. That's great.

I wonder what you know and are they in a position to point fingers at you. Those are unfortunate people.
Human virtue is not about titles or numbers. How much do you know and judge your attractiveness?

There are people close to me who are nameless people yet live close to people and live hand in hand. Her personality is very warm, and just looking at her smile makes me feel relieved. They are important people who support me, such as my parents, family, mentors, and friends, and I should respect them. I want to be like that, and I'm always learning.

Human virtue is someone else's judgment from someone else's point of view. I don't think that matters. I feel that you are a person who lives a careful life because of your hard work in this way and because of your relationship with Hasunoha.

You should be proud of the path you've walked, and why don't you continue to believe in your path? We, too, are with you. I'm delighted to be connected in this way.

I will support you from the bottom of my heart

I read it.
You think you have no manners, do you? I don't know the details about you or your life up until now, but it really conveys that you are lost. I understand your feelings from the bottom of my heart.
I don't know if there is a direct connection between luck and virtue. I don't think it's something we can fathom.
Nonetheless, I think that thinking about good things every day, using good words, and doing good deeds will lead to virtue, and will naturally increase momentum.
The teachings of Buddhism are to avoid doing anything bad, to be willing to do all kinds of good things, and to reflect on oneself to clear one's mind, which is also the Buddha's teaching.

What do you think of yourself? Why don't you reflect on yourself and try to do good things every day from now on?

I sincerely pray to God Buddha and your ancestors so that you can purify yourself and move forward and do good things, so that you can be blessed with good relationships from now on, be truly satisfied, and live a rich and happy life. We wholeheartedly agree
And I will support you from the bottom of my heart.