Live before you die, so that death is also a lively celebration.
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The lotus grows in muddy waters but this flower does not show any trace of it: So we have to live in the world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The lotus symbolizes purity and growth, thriving despite adverse conditions.
This quote by B.K.S. Iyengar highlights the beauty and resilience of the lotus flower, which can flourish in murky waters without revealing its dirty environment. It serves as a metaphor for human existence, suggesting that despite the challenges and negativity we face in life, we have the capacity to rise above them and maintain our inner purity and strength.
Themes
LotusResilienceGrowthPurityAdversityLife
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming challenges, this quote can inspire listeners to rise above difficulties.
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