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Discover the highlights of this chapter shaping the New Evangelization today: https://www.builtforgreatness.com/tao-te-ching-chapter-13-misfortune-of-the-ego/
Chapter 13: Misfortune of the Ego
Honor and humility can be equally fearful a
Great misfortune is the ego
Why do we say, “Honor and humility can be equally fearful”?
Honor is high, humility is low
Gaining it makes one fearful
Losing it makes one fearful
That is why both honor and humility can be equally fearful
Why do we say, “Great misfortune is the ego”?
The reason I have suffering
Is that I am attached to the ego
If I am not attached to the ego
What misfortune will I have?
If you value the world as your own self b
You are fit to be trusted by the world
If you love the world as your own self
You are worthy to inherit the world
a Matthew 23:27-32; Isaiah 13:11; Luke 14:11; James 4:6; b Deuteronomy 11:11-12; John 15:9-17; Luke 9:25; Numbers 35:33-34.
A profound spiritual journey awaits as we dive deep into "The Misfortune of Ego," a chapter from the BFG Handbook—a Christian edition of the Tao Te Ching. This fascinating blend of Eastern wisdom and Christian teaching offers a powerful perspective on what truly holds us back from peace, purpose, and connection.
The chapter opens with a thought-provoking statement: "Honor and humility can be equally fearful." We explore how both the pursuit of recognition and the fear of insignificance keep us trapped in self-focus, revealing that "great misfortune is the ego." Drawing from Jesus' critiques of the Pharisees' outward piety and the call to "deny yourself and take up your cross daily," we unpack how self-centeredness becomes the root of spiritual and emotional suffering.
What makes this exploration uniquely valuable is the practical renewal framework it provides: mindset, aim, practice, and respond. We break down each component with its biblical foundations and real-world applications. From recognizing the fear underlying both honor and humility to actively choosing selfless service, this framework offers tangible steps toward inner transformation.
Perhaps most fascinating is how these principles transcend religious boundaries. We discover striking parallels between Christian teachings and similar concepts in Buddhism, Islam, and Hinduism—all emphasizing humility over ego, compassionate service over self-interest, and alignment with divine purpose over personal gain.
Whether you're struggling with pride, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or simply seeking greater peace and authenticity, this episode illuminates a path forward through conscious awareness of ego's influence and the cultivation of genuine humility. Join us for an illuminating conversation that might just change how you see yourself and your relationship with everything around you.
Contact us at [email protected]
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Chapter 13: Misfortune of the Ego
Honor and humility can be equally fearful a
Great misfortune is the ego
Why do we say, “Honor and humility can be equally fearful”?
Honor is high, humility is low
Gaining it makes one fearful
Losing it makes one fearful
That is why both honor and humility can be equally fearful
Why do we say, “Great misfortune is the ego”?
The reason I have suffering
Is that I am attached to the ego
If I am not attached to the ego
What misfortune will I have?
If you value the world as your own self b
You are fit to be trusted by the world
If you love the world as your own self
You are worthy to inherit the world
a Matthew 23:27-32; Isaiah 13:11; Luke 14:11; James 4:6; b Deuteronomy 11:11-12; John 15:9-17; Luke 9:25; Numbers 35:33-34.
A profound spiritual journey awaits as we dive deep into "The Misfortune of Ego," a chapter from the BFG Handbook—a Christian edition of the Tao Te Ching. This fascinating blend of Eastern wisdom and Christian teaching offers a powerful perspective on what truly holds us back from peace, purpose, and connection.
The chapter opens with a thought-provoking statement: "Honor and humility can be equally fearful." We explore how both the pursuit of recognition and the fear of insignificance keep us trapped in self-focus, revealing that "great misfortune is the ego." Drawing from Jesus' critiques of the Pharisees' outward piety and the call to "deny yourself and take up your cross daily," we unpack how self-centeredness becomes the root of spiritual and emotional suffering.
What makes this exploration uniquely valuable is the practical renewal framework it provides: mindset, aim, practice, and respond. We break down each component with its biblical foundations and real-world applications. From recognizing the fear underlying both honor and humility to actively choosing selfless service, this framework offers tangible steps toward inner transformation.
Perhaps most fascinating is how these principles transcend religious boundaries. We discover striking parallels between Christian teachings and similar concepts in Buddhism, Islam, and Hinduism—all emphasizing humility over ego, compassionate service over self-interest, and alignment with divine purpose over personal gain.
Whether you're struggling with pride, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or simply seeking greater peace and authenticity, this episode illuminates a path forward through conscious awareness of ego's influence and the cultivation of genuine humility. Join us for an illuminating conversation that might just change how you see yourself and your relationship with everything around you.
Contact us at [email protected]