"Selfishness keeps man blind through life."
Bowl of Saki, by Hazrat Inayat Khan

Commentary by Pir-o-Murshid Inayat Khan:

Christ's teaching that man should be kind and charitable, and that of all other teachers who showed humanity the right path, seems to differ from what one sees from the practical point of view which is called common sense; yet according to uncommon sense*, in other words super-sense, it is perfectly practical. If you wish to be charitable, think of the comfort of another; if you wish to be happy, think of the happiness of your fellow men; if you wish to be treated well, treat others well; if you wish that people should be just and fair to you, first be so yourself to set an example. * Italics mine
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Since I've begun receiving the Bowl of Saki quotes with commentary, I' ve been led to interesting insights from the Sufi master Hazrat Inayat Khan and Pir-o-Murshid Inayat Khan, perhaps a grandson of the 20s master. Kahn's teachings are reminders that I recommend as daily exercises in kindness. The insights fit all human action required of us on a daily basis.

I will be away from my blog for about 24 days. In the meantime, I recommend Bowl of Saki for your reflection and enjoyment.