When one has the feeling of dislike for evil, when one feels tranquil, one finds pleasure in listening to good teachings; when one has these feelings and appreciates them, one is free of fear.
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Let my skin and sinews and bones dry up, together with all the flesh and blood of my body! I welcome it! But I will not move from this spot until I have attained the supreme and final wisdom.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a deep commitment to the pursuit of ultimate knowledge and enlightenment, even at the cost of physical existence.
In this quote, Buddha emphasizes the importance of unwavering dedication to attaining the highest form of wisdom and understanding. He suggests that external sacrifices, including the degradation of the physical body, are insignificant when compared to the quest for profound enlightenment. The resolve to remain fixed in pursuit until achieving this goal underscores the value placed on spiritual and intellectual growth over material concerns.
Themes
WisdomDedicationEnlightenmentCommitmentPursuit
In practice
Example use cases
During a philosophical debate at a university seminar.
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