Not one or two, Subhuti, not one or two, but all the…
“Not one or two, Subhuti, not one or two, but all the beings - men, women, animals, birds, trees, rocks. All the beings in the world. One should create such a determination that 'I will lead all of them into nirvana'.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The teaching urges cultivating a universal compassion that as all beings toward enlightenment, not just a select few.
In simple terms: Lead all beings to enlightenment with unwavering determination.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate universal compassion.
Themes
compassion
enlightenment
interconnectedness
determination
Mood
serene
inspirational
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- spiritual practice
- social activism
- education
Key Concepts
Bodhisattva ideal
emptiness
ethical resolve
Questions to Reflect On
- Can one truly care for all beings equally?
- What actions embody this determination?
A Different Perspective
Achieving universal liberation is practically challenging.