Religion must affirm, in the clearest terms, that morality and ethical values are not mere decorative frills of personal opinion, not subjective superstructure, but intrinsic laws of the cosmos built into the heart of reality.

Religion must affirm, in the clearest terms, that morality and ethical values are not mere decorative frills of personal opinion, not subjective superstructure, but intrinsic laws of the cosmos built into the heart of reality.
BHIKKHU BODHI

Heart Opinions Personal Reality
By citing the UN Charter I indicate that the defensive party to the conflict should use only proportionate force.
BHIKKHU BODHI

Conflict Party Trying
In this world everything changes except good deeds and bad deeds; these follow you as the shadow follows the body.
BHIKKHU BODHI

Body Shadow World
Try to avoid civilian casualties, and end combat operations as soon as possible. These are provisions recognized by almost all authorities on international jurisprudence.
BHIKKHU BODHI

Authorities Combat International Jurisprudence Operations Possible

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