is the might of noble beings;
they can be shackled,
endure verbal abuse and beatings,
without resorting to anger.
Dhammapada v. 399
The force of self-righteousness within us needs taming. The more
clever we are, the more careful we need to be. The more eloquent our
speech, the more restraint is required. It is only when we know we can
say no to ourselves - when we know we don't have to always be the
winner - that we can appreciate the transformative power of patient
endurance.
With Metta, Bhikkhu Munindo
Also, on the same theme, this from the Samyutta Nikāya, I, 162
Knowing that the other person is angry,
The one who remains just aware and calm
acts in and for his own best interest,
and for the others' interest, too!
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