Giving without Expectations | A Buddhist Perspective

 

Giving with Expectations | A Buddhist Perspective

By Bhante Dr. Gangodawila Chandima

Giving with expectations is not considered a virtuous act in Buddhism. The Buddha taught that giving should be done without any expectation of receiving anything in return. When we give with expectations, we are not truly giving. We are simply exchanging one thing for another.

The Buddha also taught that giving should be done with compassion and understanding. When we give with compassion, we are not only helping the person we are giving to, but we are also helping ourselves to develop a more compassionate heart.

There are many benefits to giving without expectations. When we give without expectations, we open ourselves up to the possibility of receiving something even greater than what we gave. We also create positive karma, which will lead to happiness and well-being in the future.

Here are some tips for giving without expectations: 

• Give without any thought of what you will receive in return.
• Give with compassion and understanding.
• Give freely and without any strings attached.
• Be grateful for the opportunity to give.

When we give without expectations, we are following the Buddha's teachings and living a life of compassion and wisdom.