[saerensenatljn]

I am told that we can only overcome hatred within ourselves by developing metta within ourselves. In this I include all intensities of hatred, from mild irritation to burning fury. Thus, metta to me is about purifying oneself, in the first instance. But there is no doubt that, when we have let go of hatred completely and forever, everyone we encounter will both know it and benefit from it. Imagine meeting an enemy who finds suddenly that hurling hatred at you brings no response but transcendent peace, understanding, and goodwill.