Death carries off a man busy picking flowers with an besotted mind, like a great flood does a sleeping village.
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Mankind have love, animals have affection. The harmonious and beautiful world is revealed.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Humans experience love in a deeper way, while animals express affection, creating a beautiful world when both are in harmony.
This quote by Gautama Buddha emphasizes the distinct yet complementary roles of love in humanity and affection in the animal kingdom. It suggests that when these two forms of emotional expression coexist harmoniously, they contribute to the creation of a joyful and beautiful world, highlighting the importance of love in human relationships and the natural order.
Themes
LoveAffectionHarmonyBeautyRelationship
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a wedding speech to highlight the importance of love.
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