The Five Buddhist Precepts

 

 

 

 

Aware that exploitation, stealing and oppression cause pain and suffering,

we are committed to practicing generosity in our thinking, speaking and acting.

 

 

 

 

Aware that harmful sexual conduct causes pain and suffering,

we are committed to learning ways to support the safety and integrity of

individuals, couples, families and society.

 

 

 

 

Aware that unmindful speech and unwillingness to listen causes pain and suffering,

we are committed to cultivating loving, truthful speech and compassionate listening.

 

 

 

 

Aware that unmindful consumption causes pain and suffering,

we are committed to cultivating good health, both physical and mental,

by practicing mindful eating drinking and consuming.

 

 

 

 

Aware that the destruction of life causes pain and suffering,

we are committed to cultivating compassion and learning ways to protect

the lives of people, animals and plants.