Skip to content

What the Buddha himself considers to be truly wondrous are…

“What the Buddha himself considers to be truly wondrous are not the miracles accompanying his conception and birth, but his mindfulness and clear comprehension in the midst of feelings, thoughts, and perceptions.” quote by Dalai Lama XIV
Download Open image
““What the Buddha himself considers to be truly wondrous are not the miracles accompanying his conception and birth, but his mindfulness and clear comprehension in the midst of feelings, thoughts, and perceptions.””

Dalai Lama XIV

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

True wonder lies not in miraculous birth but in mindfulness and clear understanding amid thoughts and feelings.

In simple terms: Mindfulness and insight are the real miracles.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate mindfulness to see clearly.

Themes

spirituality mindfulness wisdom self‑awareness

Mood

calm inspired

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • daily reflection
  • stressful
  • personal development

Key Concepts

miracle comprehension inner peace

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can mindfulness transform daily challenges?
  • What practices deepen clear comprehension?
A Different Perspective

Mindfulness alone may not solve external problems.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Dalai Lama XIV

Explore all 206 Dalai Lama XIV quotes

More Buddha quotes

Browse all 411 Buddha quotes