Ch. 23: The Elephant

In a noisy world, the one who listens deeply and responds with care becomes truly powerful. In this episode of Teaching Peace , we explore Chapter 23 of the Dhammapada , where the Buddha likens a wise person to an elephant on the battlefield—bearing insults and hurtful words with calm endurance. In Indian tradition, elephants symbolize strength, peace, and deep presence. This chapter invites us to…