Death carries off a man busy picking flowers with an besotted mind, like a great flood does a sleeping village.
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If you're respectful by habit, constantly honoring the worthy, four things increase: long life, beauty, happiness, strength.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Habitual respect leads to numerous benefits in life.
This quote by Gautama Buddha emphasizes the importance of cultivating respect as a daily practice. By consistently honoring and recognizing the worth in others, one not only promotes a positive environment but also enriches their own life, leading to greater longevity, attractiveness, joy, and vitality.
Themes
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In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about personal development, one might say, 'As Buddha reminds us, if you're respectful by habit, you will find that life rewards you with happiness and strength.'
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