What do we understand by giving and not expecting in return?

Somewhere in the bible, it was said not to expect what was given or loaned returned. In fact, give him doubly more.

How does a Christian interpret this?
That Jesus told you to love your neighbour as yourself, that you should forgive him and love him, and that since Jesus himself suffered more than you, forgive that man in the Name of Jesus out of christ's love and compassion for you. And give him doubly more.


How does a Swami interpret this?
Why do you give and expect something in return? A man sends a christmas gift to his friend, and this very friend whom he considers close, did not bother to show his appreciation at all. There was no thank you note, nothing whatsoever. The man is disappointed and angry at such impolite behaviour.

When we expect the fruits of an action, we dig out a new hole in our heart for ourselves which was not present initially, waiting for it to be filled by what we expect. It is best not to create such an action in the first place then! The one who suffers is the one who expects the fruits of action. Give, and don't expect in return.


Which way is better?

Do not throw your Pearls to the Pigs

It was pouring heavily, and the Monkey stood at the top of the tree without a shelter. The bird, who managed to build a cosy little nest before the rain came, spoke out : "Dear Monkey, you are so wise, people call u the Precursor to Man. Why don't you build a shelter for yourself in this rain? I am sure you can do it if I could! For I am just a meek and weak creature compared to your greatness."

The Monkey said, 'You Devil! Are you patronizing me? Do you think you are wise enough to give me an advice?' The Monkey went over to the bird's nest and ripped it apart.

The bird flew off in fright to another branch. Now both are caught in the rain.

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Should the parable of the pearls and the pigs be used as a shield from anti christian sentiments, or should it be used to understand the broader reality of human interaction when it comes to values?

Hark there! Why do you faint?
Roam on! The light we seek is shining still.
Do you want proof? The tree still crowns the hill,
Our Scholars travel the well worned path still.

Dead Man Walking

We are to die to ourselves.

At the point of deep sleep, our ego fades, and that is where we experience ego death.

Ego death occurs too when one is in deep prayer, repeating a mantra, rosary supplication, or even meditation.

Ego Death is the key to understanding life.

Give up all fruits of action to the primordial, Krishna, God. Give up all fortunes to Jesus, Allah, Yahweh and praise him sick or healthy.

This is the job of Job. This is the job of Man. This is the job of creation. Namaste.