You say you want to bathe when the waves subside. Is there…
““You say you want to bathe when the waves subside. Is there an end to the endless mind? You say,“Let me quench my thirst, and then I’ll find the truth.” Why should thirst be quenched? How can you know truth? Is there an end? All the days you have a body, why should longing cease? How can you find joy? Is there an end? You say, “After I know what lies ahead, I’ll forget what was before.” Can you know what lies ahead? How can you forget what was before? Is there an end? That goodness that comes of knowing how to reach god— you won’t find it in your wildest dreams. Is there an end?””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The endless search for truth and fulfillment raises questions about desire, knowledge, and the nature of existence.
In simple terms: Endless longing for truth and joy.
Key Takeaway
Seek meaning beyond desire.
Themes
existence
truth
desire
Mood
contemplative
mysterious
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- meditation
Key Concepts
philosophy
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly satisfies longing?
- Can truth be fully known?
A Different Perspective
Endless questioning can stall action.