Canonical Reference: Dhp 197 Verified Source

“Happily indeed we live, friendly amidst the hostile. Among those who hate, we dwell free from hatred.”

Canonical Pali Original: Susukhaṃ vata jīvāma, verinesu averino; Verinesu manussesu, viharāma averino.

— Gautam Buddha
The Awakened One, Founder of Dhamma
Historical Setting & Context:

Pali Canon: Dhammapada 15.197 on non-reactivity, inner resilience, and unconditional goodwill.