Recollection on Virtue - Silanussati

Recollection on Virtue - Silanussati

Part I

If this day or in the past, others have done me wrong, with body, speech or mind, whether greatly or only little, whether through malice of lack of tact, I here and now, before the Buddha, sincerely forgive them and let go of all my resentment.

I forgive, remembering how often I too have been at fault.

I forgive, realizing how quick I am to take offence while expecting my faults to be forgiven.

I forgive, knowing that to hold ill-will is to cause myself greater harm than others can do to me.

I forgive, knowing that desire for revenge only brings the heart turmoil and agitation.

I forgive because this is the way love and detachment blossom in the heart.

I forgive, knowing that like me, that person is still burned with greed, hatred and delusion.

May my forgiving now help me to forgive again tomorrow.

May my forgiving encourage others to forgive me.

May my forgiving foster detachment and kindness and help in the freeing of the heart.

Part II

If this day or in the past, I have done wrong to other beings, with body, speech or mind, whether greatly or only little, whether through malice of lack of tact, I here and now, before the Buddha, acknowledge my transgressions and ask to be forgiven.

I ask to be forgiven, not wishing to conceal my faults or make excuses for them.

I ask to be forgiven, knowing what little I have to complain about when others do me wrong.

I ask to be forgiven, hoping my bad example will not lead others into wrong.

I ask to be forgiven, feeling truly sorry and promising to make amends.

I ask to be forgiven, resolving to practice restraint in the future.

May all beings be free from vengeance.

May all beings be forgiven for their faults.

May my faults be always small and easily overcome.

Part III

If this day or in the past, I have done good to other beings, with body, speech or mind, whether greatly or only little, for the happiness of others, through desire for the training or respect for the Triple Gem, I here and now, before the Buddha, call to mind those deeds and let my heart rejoice.

I rejoice in my own good deeds and gladly share my joy with all other beings everywhere.

I rejoice in my own good deeds, allowing this joy to further purify my heart.

I rejoice in my own good deeds, hoping that they will awaken in others the desire to practice the Dhamma.

May my good deeds relieve the burden of other beings.

May my good deeds shield me from all evil and pain.

May my good deeds and the merit that comes from them, help in the freeing of the heart.

Part IV

If this day or in the past, I have seen or heard of the good deeds done by others, with body, speech or mind, whether greatly or only little, whether it is I or others who benefited, I here and now, before the Buddha, call to mind those deeds and let my heart rejoice.

I rejoice in others' good, regarding only that, not any wrong they may have done.

I rejoice in others' good, being always ready to praise kind people and follow their example.

I rejoice in others' good, seeing that in a world full of selfishness there are many who are noble.

I rejoice in others' good, expressing always gratitude and thanks for any kindness done.

I rejoice in others' good, allowing that joy to further purify my heart.

May the good deeds of others never give rise to jealousy, spite or envy.

May the good deeds of others foster gratitude and concern.

May the good deeds of others nurture goodness in me and help in the freeing of the heart.

(Excerpt from Nava Puja, Ven. S. Dhammika, 2010)

(see also Recollection on Generosity, Recollection on Friendship, Recollection on Peace and Recollection on Blessings)