It is much more valuable to look for the strength in others. You can gain nothing by criticizing their imperfections.
Daisaku IkedaRead
Divorced from the cosmos, from nature, from society and from each other, we have become fractured and fragmented.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that disconnection from the broader universe and each other leads to fragmentation in human experience.
Daisaku Ikeda reflects on the ramifications of being disconnected from the cosmos, nature, society, and interpersonal relationships. This disconnection results in a fragmented existence, indicating that our well-being and sense of wholeness are tied to our connections with the world around us. A harmonious relationship with the cosmos and each other is essential for a fulfilling life, as isolation leads to a loss of unity and purpose.
Themes
DisconnectionFragmentationUnityRelationshipsNature
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about community building, one could say, 'As Daisaku Ikeda points out, being divorced from the cosmos and each other leads to fragmentation, emphasizing the need for unity.'
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