Death carries off a man busy picking flowers with an besotted mind, like a great flood does a sleeping village.
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Long is the night to him who is awake; long is a mile to him who is tired; long is life to the foolish who do not know the true law.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the perception of time and life, suggesting that awareness and understanding shape our experiences.
Gautama Buddha's quote reflects on how the perception of time can be influenced by one's state of mind and understanding of life. For someone who is awake, the night seems long; for the weary, distance feels prolonged. Similarly, the foolish, who lack awareness of deeper truths, find life to be long and burdensome. This highlights the importance of mindfulness and wisdom in navigating life's challenges.
Themes
PerceptionWisdomLifeAwarenessExperience
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational talk about mindfulness and awareness.
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