Death carries off a man busy picking flowers with an besotted mind, like a great flood does a sleeping village.
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Go forth in every direction- for the happiness, the harmony, the welfare of the many. Offer your heart, the seeds of understanding, like a lamp overturned and re-lit, illuminating the darkness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote encourages selflessness and understanding to promote collective happiness and welfare.
Gautama Buddha emphasizes the importance of contributing positively to the well-being of others by spreading understanding and compassion. The metaphor of a lamp symbolizes how individuals can transform negative situations into light and positivity, motivating others to pursue harmony and joy in their lives.
Themes
HappinessUnderstandingCompassionSelflessnessHarmony
In practice
Example use cases
During a community service project, I shared this quote to inspire volunteers to focus on the greater good.
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