Death carries off a man busy picking flowers with an besotted mind, like a great flood does a sleeping village.
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Inflowing thoughts come to an end in those who are ever alert of mind, training themselves night and day, and ever intent on nirvana
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and constant training of the mind to achieve peace and understanding.
Gautama Buddha's quote highlights that individuals who remain mentally alert and dedicated to their spiritual practice can quiet their wandering thoughts and attain a state of nirvana. It suggests that through continuous mental training and focus, one can achieve enlightenment and inner peace.
Themes
MindfulnessNirvanaTrainingAlertnessThoughts
In practice
Example use cases
In a meditation workshop, to inspire participants to stay focused.
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