When we plant a single apple seed, it produces hundreds of apples. It is the same with our actions. What we think, say or do – positive or negative – no matter how small, has its impact and can ripen into a large result. Just like a tiny spark can cause a forest fire. If we want to enjoy the fruit of happiness, we have to first plant the seeds of love and compassion for all beings in our mind.

 

我们种下一颗苹果的种子，会收获上百颗苹果。我们的行为也一样。我们所想的、说的和做的，不管是好或坏，或自己认为微不足道的，都会造成重大的后果，就像是一颗小火苗也能引起一场森林大火那样。如果我们想要享受幸福的果实，就必须先在心中为所有众生种下爱和慈悲的种子。