An intelligent mind is an inquiring mind. It is not satisfied with explanation, with conclusions. Nor is it a mind that believes, because belief is again another form of conclusion.
Bruce LeeRead
Voidness is that which stands right in the middle between this and that. The void is all-inclusive, having no opposite--there is nothing which it excludes or opposes. It is living void, because all forms come out of it and whoever realizes the void is filled with life and power and the love of all beings.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The void represents a state of being that transcends duality and encompasses all existence.
This quote by Bruce Lee expresses the idea that the void is an all-encompassing state that exists between opposites, representing a source of life and potential. It emphasizes that by understanding and embracing this 'void,' one can achieve a deeper connection with all beings and access greater power and love in life.
Themes
VoidLifePowerLoveExistenceAll-InclusiveDuality
In practice
Example use cases
During a meditation retreat, someone might quote Bruce Lee to encourage participants to embrace the void.
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