So far in 2023, i haven't listened to much else than Sam Tompkins and Ren (plus features). If i could only listen to ONE artist for the rest of my life, Ren would be it. He's got a song, or a handful, for every mood, so variety wouldn't be an issue as it would with many other artists.
Oh Chinchilla is my girl. I listen to her and Ren everyday! I am so glad I found them both. Even The Big Push. It is so exciting to me to actually enjoy music again. Real music!
The Meaning of Ren 2003-04-19 The core thought of Confucianism is Ren, but what is the meaning of Ren? Ren (or Rén) is the Confucian virtue denoting the good feeling a virtuous human experiences when being altruistic. Ren is exemplified by a normal adult's protective feelings for children. It is considered the inward expression of Confucian ideals. Yan Hui, Confucius's most outstanding student, once asked his master to describe the rules of Rén and Confucius replied, "One should see nothing improper, hear nothing improper, say nothing improper, do nothing improper." Confucius also defined Rén in the following way: "wishing to be established himself, seeks also to establish others; wishing to be enlarged himself, he seeks also to enlarge others." Another meaning of Rén is "not to do to others as you would not wish done to yourself." Confucius also said, "Rén is not far off; he who seeks it has already found it." Rén is close to man and never leaves him. Nature of Rén Rén relies heavily on the relationships between two people, but at the same time encompasses much more than that. It represents an inner development towards an altruistic goal, while simultaneously realizing that one is never alone, and that everyone has these relationships to fall back on, being a member of a family, the state, and the world. Rén is not a concept that is learned; it is innate, that is to say, everyone is born with the sense of Rén. Confucius believed that the key to long-lasting integrity was to constantly think, since the world is continually changing at a rapid pace. There have been a variety of definitions for the term Rén. Rén has been translated as "benevolence", "perfect virtue", "goodness" or even "human-heartedness". When asked, Confucius defined it by the ordinary Chinese word for love, ai, saying that it meant to "love others". Rén also has a political dimension. Confucianism says that if the ruler lacks Rén, it will be difficult for his subjects to behave humanely. Rén is the basis of Confucian political theory; the ruler is exhorted to refrain from acting inhumanely towards his subjects. An inhumane ruler runs the risk of losing the Mandate of Heaven or, in other words, the right to rule. A ruler lacking such a mandate need not be obeyed, but a ruler who reigns humanely and takes care of the people is to be obeyed, for the benevolence of his dominion shows that he has been mandated by heaven. Confucius himself had little to say on the active will of the people, though he believed the ruler should definitely pay attention to the wants and needs of the people and take good care of them. Mencius, however, did state that the people's opinion on certain weighty matters should be polled. Rén also includes traits that are a part of being righteous, such as hsin, meaning to make one's words compliment his actions; li, which means to properly participate in everyday rituals; ching, or "seriousness"; and yi, which means right action. When all these qualities are present, then one can truly be identified as a chün tzu (君子), or "superior man," which means a morally superior human being. Confucians basically held the view that government should be run by ethically superior human beings who concentrate solely on the welfare of the people they govern
WHat I wrote about how I think humans have made REN out to be They've named me a wandering bard, A timeless and enigmatic nomad, But I feel lost within myself, Unsure of where my heart is at, A chameleon of the human race, A trickster, a sage, a shifting face, THE SAGE OF TALES, untamed and wild, Unraveling truths with a knowing smile. I wonder if I still possess, The fire, the strength, the tenderness, To sing with the voice of countless years, And dance like dreams that never wither, Can I still weave a web of tales, Drawing wisdom from hidden wells, No longer certain, I hesitate, As I stand at destiny's gate. My goal was once to bring delight, Through melodies that dance in flight, Yet now I question my own role, In the grand scheme of the cosmic whole, Is it laughter or the bitter truth, That I must share with the world uncouth, As the minstrel who sees the core, Of what humanity's striving for. The jester, they say, can speak the truth, While others hide in masks uncouth, A voice of reason in a world of lies, I am the proof, the truth that cries, But now I wonder if I have the strength, To bear the weight of truth's full length, To guide the lost and heal the blind, And bring the world a peace of mind. To break the chains of false belief, And offer solace, hope, relief, I must return to innocence, Embrace the child within, and hence, Confront the lies, the pain, the strife, And start anew, a fresh new life, For I am stronger than I know, In this journey where truth must grow. No longer here for jest or scorn, For kings and queens who've long been worn, I stand before you, truth in hand, To save mankind from its own demand, From savagery and cruel fate, I share my wisdom, love, and hate, A guide, a friend, a soul reborn, Just a human, seeking truth's forlorn. Keith B Moran
Thanks for this…..❤there is actually a live version he did when he was busking with the Big Push. I think they were wrapping up for the day and he just randomly performed this😊
I stopped even taking photos or video of myself & sharing them with anyone I hadn’t met in person about 15 years ago because of a couple of very mean comments from a supposed close friend. I was never really comfortable with it once I hit 30 a couple decades back even without the cruelty, but looking back now I think it corresponded more to the way society was headed, & not because I was super ugly or fat. I think my brother & sister are beautiful but I can’t see it in myself. Like Ren said, insecurity sells. 😢💜
This was my entire adolescence, society is the harshest critic then the people around you follow those critics and make your life miserable. I'm 54 and there are still people that make my life miserable just because they can. I just pray my granddaughter never has to feel this
Ren is so good at writing songs that are wonderful to listen while often dealing with difficult subject matter, then at the same time getting people talking and sharing stories and thoughts. Thanks for the reaction Jamel 👍🏻
Hey Brother really appreciate your channel you give every song time and listen to The Music!! That's what it's about. Hey got a suggestion don't know if you've done them already. Collective Soul .. song.. Shine is a good start. Enjoy..John.
Thanks for reacting to this. Ren provokes conversation for sure. I dont know either Jamel - who does - it's beyond me. Trouble is when you become fake on the exterior people unfortunately might judge you to be fake on the inside too and people might even distance themselves from you as you could end up looking unapproachable rather than appealing which in turn can cause more depression. Poor children of this perverted world. Hope parents and community minded can spread positivity towards all 🎶🧡🔥👩🦰
Thank you, great reaction and reflection imparting an example that shows money cant buy a person a sence of self security and self love. If a person cant feel love for them selves they cant freel it from or for another person fully. ❤
I have seen so many stunning looking women in my 58 years of life but the beauty was skin deep their negative condescending attitude made them ugly from the inside which is sad
I think I can listen to Ren 24/7 and never get sick of him. He is just so real and honest!
I do.
So far in 2023, i haven't listened to much else than Sam Tompkins and Ren (plus features). If i could only listen to ONE artist for the rest of my life, Ren would be it. He's got a song, or a handful, for every mood, so variety wouldn't be an issue as it would with many other artists.
Ditto but I would add Chinchilla to the list!
Oh Chinchilla is my girl. I listen to her and Ren everyday! I am so glad I found them both. Even The Big Push. It is so exciting to me to actually enjoy music again. Real music!
I do too he is awesome
I like this song a lot. Ren always leaves you something to think about ❤
The Meaning of Ren
2003-04-19
The core thought of Confucianism is Ren, but what is the meaning of Ren?
Ren (or Rén) is the Confucian virtue denoting the good feeling a virtuous human experiences when being altruistic. Ren is exemplified by a normal adult's protective feelings for children. It is considered the inward expression of Confucian ideals.
Yan Hui, Confucius's most outstanding student, once asked his master to describe the rules of Rén and Confucius replied, "One should see nothing improper, hear nothing improper, say nothing improper, do nothing improper." Confucius also defined Rén in the following way: "wishing to be established himself, seeks also to establish others; wishing to be enlarged himself, he seeks also to enlarge others." Another meaning of Rén is "not to do to others as you would not wish done to yourself." Confucius also said, "Rén is not far off; he who seeks it has already found it." Rén is close to man and never leaves him.
Nature of Rén
Rén relies heavily on the relationships between two people, but at the same time encompasses much more than that. It represents an inner development towards an altruistic goal, while simultaneously realizing that one is never alone, and that everyone has these relationships to fall back on, being a member of a family, the state, and the world.
Rén is not a concept that is learned; it is innate, that is to say, everyone is born with the sense of Rén. Confucius believed that the key to long-lasting integrity was to constantly think, since the world is continually changing at a rapid pace.
There have been a variety of definitions for the term Rén. Rén has been translated as "benevolence", "perfect virtue", "goodness" or even "human-heartedness". When asked, Confucius defined it by the ordinary Chinese word for love, ai, saying that it meant to "love others".
Rén also has a political dimension. Confucianism says that if the ruler lacks Rén, it will be difficult for his subjects to behave humanely. Rén is the basis of Confucian political theory; the ruler is exhorted to refrain from acting inhumanely towards his subjects. An inhumane ruler runs the risk of losing the Mandate of Heaven or, in other words, the right to rule. A ruler lacking such a mandate need not be obeyed, but a ruler who reigns humanely and takes care of the people is to be obeyed, for the benevolence of his dominion shows that he has been mandated by heaven. Confucius himself had little to say on the active will of the people, though he believed the ruler should definitely pay attention to the wants and needs of the people and take good care of them. Mencius, however, did state that the people's opinion on certain weighty matters should be polled.
Rén also includes traits that are a part of being righteous, such as hsin, meaning to make one's words compliment his actions; li, which means to properly participate in everyday rituals; ching, or "seriousness"; and yi, which means right action. When all these qualities are present, then one can truly be identified as a chün tzu (君子), or "superior man," which means a morally superior human being. Confucians basically held the view that government should be run by ethically superior human beings who concentrate solely on the welfare of the people they govern
This song hits hard, man. Still gets me, every time
ren is so good, the best ive heard in years, great upload man, thanks.
Thank you Jamel for playing this & using your platform for a great artist & spreading a great message. YOU are great human being.
Great reaction. This song hits very close to home for me. REN is amazing ❤
WHat I wrote about how I think humans have made REN out to be They've named me a wandering bard,
A timeless and enigmatic nomad,
But I feel lost within myself,
Unsure of where my heart is at,
A chameleon of the human race,
A trickster, a sage, a shifting face,
THE SAGE OF TALES, untamed and wild,
Unraveling truths with a knowing smile.
I wonder if I still possess,
The fire, the strength, the tenderness,
To sing with the voice of countless years,
And dance like dreams that never wither,
Can I still weave a web of tales,
Drawing wisdom from hidden wells,
No longer certain, I hesitate,
As I stand at destiny's gate.
My goal was once to bring delight,
Through melodies that dance in flight,
Yet now I question my own role,
In the grand scheme of the cosmic whole,
Is it laughter or the bitter truth,
That I must share with the world uncouth,
As the minstrel who sees the core,
Of what humanity's striving for.
The jester, they say, can speak the truth,
While others hide in masks uncouth,
A voice of reason in a world of lies,
I am the proof, the truth that cries,
But now I wonder if I have the strength,
To bear the weight of truth's full length,
To guide the lost and heal the blind,
And bring the world a peace of mind.
To break the chains of false belief,
And offer solace, hope, relief,
I must return to innocence,
Embrace the child within, and hence,
Confront the lies, the pain, the strife,
And start anew, a fresh new life,
For I am stronger than I know,
In this journey where truth must grow.
No longer here for jest or scorn,
For kings and queens who've long been worn,
I stand before you, truth in hand,
To save mankind from its own demand,
From savagery and cruel fate,
I share my wisdom, love, and hate,
A guide, a friend, a soul reborn,
Just a human, seeking truth's forlorn.
Keith B Moran
Protect Ren at all costs!! Ren's talent and messages are unmatched. ✌❤💪
Ren speaks truth
Heard!
Thanks for this…..❤there is actually a live version he did when he was busking with the Big Push. I think they were wrapping up for the day and he just randomly performed this😊
Ren keeping it real as always. Sad to think that it’s a radical idea to just be your natural self.
All of a sudden I'm hungry for pizza.
How do we get this video on every Tween message group, website, wherever they meet.
12 more songs to come and all are this good and better. WAIT for it :} REN or THE REN wants to change humanity for the better!!!!
Such an amazing talent with a sweet soul ❤
I stopped even taking photos or video of myself & sharing them with anyone I hadn’t met in person about 15 years ago because of a couple of very mean comments from a supposed close friend.
I was never really comfortable with it once I hit 30 a couple decades back even without the cruelty, but looking back now I think it corresponded more to the way society was headed, & not because I was super ugly or fat. I think my brother & sister are beautiful but I can’t see it in myself. Like Ren said, insecurity sells. 😢💜
I made my 12 year old daughter watch this. She doesn't go thru anything like this but I wanted her to be aware of it
This was my entire adolescence, society is the harshest critic then the people around you follow those critics and make your life miserable. I'm 54 and there are still people that make my life miserable just because they can. I just pray my granddaughter never has to feel this
Here ya go! Dominoes live: ua-cam.com/video/xM0INbGDOyc/v-deo.html
Glad I looked before posting it myself 😊
Ren is so good at writing songs that are wonderful to listen while often dealing with difficult subject matter, then at the same time getting people talking and sharing stories and thoughts. Thanks for the reaction Jamel 👍🏻
I hope Ren reaches out to you soon. You been loving and playing his music. He's phenomenal and deserves every bit of praise.
Hey Brother really appreciate your channel you give every song time and listen to The Music!! That's what it's about. Hey got a suggestion don't know if you've done them already. Collective Soul .. song.. Shine is a good start. Enjoy..John.
Thank you for speaking facts, Ren always brings truth in every song. 🖤
I was skinny...boys made fun of me. I always wore heavy clothes to hide my body. I felt worthless.....
Thanks for reacting to this. Ren provokes conversation for sure. I dont know either Jamel - who does - it's beyond me. Trouble is when you become fake on the exterior people unfortunately might judge you to be fake on the inside too and people might even distance themselves from you as you could end up looking unapproachable rather than appealing which in turn can cause more depression. Poor children of this perverted world. Hope parents and community minded can spread positivity towards all 🎶🧡🔥👩🦰
I love this song
Ren = Musical and Lyrical BRILLIANCE!!
Thank you, great reaction and reflection imparting an example that shows money cant buy a person a sence of self security and self love. If a person cant feel love for them selves they cant freel it from or for another person fully. ❤
Ren is such a phenomenal artist
I agree, I know people who have had a nose job, or a boob job, I've always hated my hands
I have seen so many stunning looking women in my 58 years of life but the beauty was skin deep their negative condescending attitude made them ugly from the inside which is sad
Oh I wish I'd heard this years ago when I felt so ugly, I wanted to hide.
This is a song that gets better every time I hear it. Thank you.
Jamel thanks for reacting to one of my fav Ren songs❤
Wise words as always. Great reaction.
Wow, the modern day Howard Beale.
Thank you and Ren being a good humans.
Another amazing song from Ren.
Thanks for this one Jamel always thought provoking Ren and your reaction.
This song hits me hard 🖤
So tragically true!
Ive been waiting so long for you to do this much love and respect brother ❤
Good song. Thanks
Ren, always speaks the truth 😊 ❤️❤️
Well said.
WOW!!
This is my favorite!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️
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