The Rule of Group Reliance and Mutual Respect: The Glue That Binds

The Rule of Group Reliance and Mutual Respect: The Glue That Binds

Mutual Reliance- members must learn to rely on other community members. It must be deep, intimate and multidirectional.

“ the Brothers should serve each other.” (Rule, 35)
Punishable Act- Breaking the harmony and pursuing personal interests

Punishable Act- Breaking the harmony and pursuing personal interests

THE RULE OF MUTUAL RESPECT

In successful organizations people do things together and function as a team.

Absolute respect must be given for any and all members of the team, regardless of social status, job title, or station in life.

True organizational respect lies in the creative tension between hierarchical power and egalitarian justice.

All members must show respect for all other members, in both title and behavior.

Mutual respect within the group started with the actions of the senior executive and others will follow.

“Good zeal” - emphasis on mutual respect between group members

“ they should each try to be the first to show respect to the other” and that to “their fellow monks they show the pure love of brothers.” (Rule, 72)