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Is surrounding yourself with good people a form of aversion?

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I am unsure the definition of 'good' in Buddhism. My assumptions are of 'good' are; 1. Caused no bodily harm intentionally 2. Caused no mental harm intentionally 3. No expectations when help is offered 4. Willingness to help and support to those who need it 5. Willingness to provide guidance to those who need it If there is a different definition of 'good', it would be appreciated if it can shared. Now assuming, you are surrounded by 'good' people, is that not a form of aversion? For example, if i am constantly hounded by a person's presence and this person has caused mental harm e.g. suffering and i opt to keep my distance and not participate in any activity or relationship with the person but to surround myself with 'good' people, is that not a form of aversion? What if the person has caused bodily harm? What if the person has not provided you with help when you have needed it? In Buddhism, if i choose to avoid such people, is that aversion?
Asked by Motivated (1828 rep)
Mar 18, 2015, 06:52 AM
Last activity: Mar 19, 2015, 01:11 AM