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Rest in natural great peace, this exhausted mind, beaten helpless by karma and neurotic thought, like the relentless fury of the pounding waves in the infinite ocean of samsara.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote encourages finding inner peace despite the turmoil of thoughts and external circumstances.
Nyoshul Khenpo Rinpoche's quote reflects on the nature of the mind and the unceasing struggles it faces due to karma and overwhelming thoughts. It suggests that amid the chaos represented by 'the pounding waves' of samsara, one should aim for a state of natural great peace, signifying tranquility and acceptance of one's current state, even when feeling exhausted and beaten down.
Themes
PeaceMindKarmaSamsaraChaosTranquility
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared at a meditation retreat to emphasize the importance of peace in chaotic times.
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