All that we are is the result of what we have thought: It…
““All that we are is the result of what we have thought: It is founded on our thoughts, It is made up of our thoughts. If a man speaks or acts with an evil thoughts, Pain follows him as the wheel follows The foot of the ox that draws the carriage. All that we are is the result of what we have thought: It is founded on our thoughts, It is made up of our thoughts. If a man speaks or acts with a pure thought, Happiness follows him Like a shadow that never leaves him "He abused me, he beat me, he defeated me, he robbed me,"-- In those who harbor such thoughts Hatred will never cease "He abused me, he beat me, He defeated me, he robbed me,"-- In those who do not harbor such thoughts Hatred will cease. For hatred does not cease by hatred at any time; Hatred ceases by love; this is an old rule.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Our thoughts shape our reality; positive thoughts bring happiness, negative thoughts bring suffering and hatred
In simple terms: Thoughts create our experience; good thoughts yield joy, bad thoughts bring pain
Key Takeaway
Cultivate mindful, compassionate thinking
Themes
mindfulness
cause and effect
compassion
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- conflict resolution
- stress management
- relationship building
Key Concepts
Karma
mental discipline
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you notice and shift harmful thought patterns?
- What practices help sustain loving-kindness?
A Different Perspective
Negative thoughts can dominate despite effort; habit change is hard