Anatman provides the impetus. Rid of the notion of an ego, through meditation we expand our identity, coming more and more to be united with all living beings. This linkage puts one in the other's shoes, not because of a desire to love the unique individuality within the other, but to recognize a oneness with all. Let one conquer wrong by goodness. Let one conquer the mean man by a gift and a liar by the truth.
Meditation falls indirectly within the ethical realm.
True Buddhist 'meditation' does not mean this kind of escape at all. Meditation discipline is especially needed in urban, tension-ridden patterns of life. A calm and tranquil spirit enables a person to more efficiently do one s work. Meditation assists in developing this frame of mind. Anthropologist Melford Spiro studied Theravadan Burmese village life.