Death carries off a man busy picking flowers with an besotted mind, like a great flood does a sleeping village.
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Seeing the similarity to oneself, one should not use violence or have it used.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Recognizing our shared humanity should prevent us from resorting to violence.
This quote by Gautama Buddha emphasizes the importance of empathy and compassion towards others. By acknowledging the similarities we share with others, we can foster understanding and reduce conflict, ultimately leading to a more peaceful coexistence where violence is no longer seen as a solution to our disagreements.
Themes
EmpathyNonviolenceUnderstandingCompassionHumanityPeace
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about conflict resolution.
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