How Does the Sutta Define Metta?

How Does the Sutta define Metta? What is Metta?
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How Does the Sutta Define Metta? What is Metta?
Although the initial set of metta phrases is inclined to wish for happiness, they shift to make a wish that all people avoid actions that would culminate into unhappiness. As one repeats these phrases, they are carried to wish not only happiness for themselves but also realize the value of avoiding things that would result in undesirable karma or unhappiness. In this vein, Sutta defines Metta as a wish for happiness based on a deliberate effort to take actions that enhance such states. For a person to achieve genuine happiness, they need to recognize atmospheres within which happiness thrives and act on them accordingly. Sutta also defines Metta as an expression of goodwill that all beings will be conscious of how to find true happi...