When death finally comes you will welcome it like an old friend, being aware of how dreamlike and impermanent the pheneomenal world really is.
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To feel overflowing love and almost unbearable compassion for all living creatures is the best way to fulfil the wishes of all the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas. Even if for the moment you cannot actually help a sentient being in an external way, meditate on love and compassion constantly over the months and years until compassion is knit inseparably into the very fabric of your mind.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of cultivating love and compassion for all beings as a spiritual practice.
Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche speaks to the transformative power of love and compassion, suggesting that even if we cannot physically aid others, the consistent meditation on these qualities will integrate them into our minds. This practice not only aligns with the wishes of enlightened beings but also enriches our own spiritual journey and connection to all living creatures.
Themes
LoveCompassionMeditationSpiritualityWell-Being
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about kindness, this quote can highlight the importance of internal values.
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