
According with conditions does not mean
mindless agreement to whatever people suggest.
It means to accord with conditions
that are proper.
We often hear about according with conditions. This phrase, however, does not mean that we automatically agree with whatever others say or wish to do.
According with conditions carries the understood inclusion of proper.
We accord with proper conditions, but do not accord with conditions that are improper. Thus before we agree to something, we need to think! We need to distinguish whether what is about to be said or done accords with the principles in the Dharma.
With calm minds and clear understanding, we will be equipped to discern whether the activity is in conflict with the teachings. If it does indeed conflict with them, then we will have the confidence to know we are correct in deciding not to go along with what is proposed.
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