It is much more valuable to look for the strength in others. You can gain nothing by criticizing their imperfections.
Daisaku IkedaRead
It is important that we have the inner richness to be able to look up at the stars or the moon and compose a poem once in a while. When we open wide our minds and fix our gaze on the universe, we fix our gaze on our own life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Inner richness allows us to appreciate beauty and reflect on our lives.
This quote emphasizes the significance of nurturing our inner lives and creativity, enabling us to find inspiration in the universe and express it through art, such as poetry. By cultivating our inner richness, we gain the ability to reflect on our existence and connect deeply with both the cosmos and ourselves.
Themes
Inner RichnessCreativityPoetrySelf-ReflectionUniverse
In practice
Example use cases
During a poetry reading, this quote can be used to inspire creativity in others.
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