Not creating delusions is enlightenment.
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The mind is the Buddha, and the Buddha is the mind.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The mind and enlightenment are interconnected and inseparable.
This quote by Bodhidharma emphasizes the profound connection between one's mind and the concept of enlightenment, symbolized by the Buddha. It highlights the idea that achieving understanding and wisdom comes from within, and that the essence of the Buddha is not separate from oneβs own mind; thus, true enlightenment is a state of mind rather than an external pursuit.
Themes
MindBuddhaEnlightenmentWisdomPhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
In a meditation class, to illustrate the connection between thought and enlightenment.
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