Chapter 86: Hatred

Verse 858
Two people of different clans have gathered in fiery contention and hateful argument. Above, two brothers flee the conflict and their wealth is saved. Below, a man approaches the fight, inflaming it further. As a result, his home above burns to the ground.

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Weaver’s Wisdom

Verse 851

It is said that hatred is the disease that spreads
the plagues of discord among all living creatures.

Verse 852

Though men devise disunity and deliberately harm you,
the highest path plots no hateful retribution.

Verse 853

Removing the incurable cancer called hatred
reveals one’s immortal, undiminishing splendor.

Verse 854

The quelling of hatred, that sorrow of sorrows,
confers on man the joy of joys.

Verse 855

Who is there who can conquer those
who have relinquished all hostilities?

Verse 856

For all who boast that they take delight in hatred,
failure and death are drawing near.

Verse 857

Men filled with hatred, knowingly causing harm to others,
never see that their hoped-for triumph lies in God’s true grace.

Verse 858

Wealth increases when a man walks away from hatred
and diminishes whenever he draws it near.

Verse 859

Seeing a prosperous season approach, men neglect hatred.
In times of ruin, they nurture it lavishly.

Verse 860

Out of hatred springs all bitter suffering,
while cheerful friendship yields good fortune’s every joy.