舍己毋处其疑,处其疑即所舍之志多愧矣;施人毋责其报,责其报并所施之心俱非矣。
In
making a sacrifice, it is important not to have an indecisive mind. Such a mind
can inflict a great deal of shame on your spirit of self-sacrifice. When
bestowing alms do not expect any return from the recipient—that would only
spoil your original charitable heart.
(保罗·怀特
译)
The one
who is determined to sacrifice his own interests should not hesitate about
doing so, for hesitation brings shames on him even if he has the intention of
self-sacrifice. The one who is going to bestow favors onto others should not
anticipate return, for anticipation for return distorts both charity and
benefaction.
(周文标
译)
In
sacrificing yourself, do not hesitate; if you do, your selflessness will be
compromised. In bestowing favours, do not ask for a return; if you do, your
generosity will be no longer what it is.
(蒋坚松
译) |