I have passed in ignorance through a cycle of many…
“I have passed in ignorance through a cycle of many rebirths, seeking the builder of the house. Continuous rebirth is a painful thing. But now, housebuilder, I have found you out. You will not build me a house again. All your rafters are broken, your ridge-pole shattered. My mind is free from active thought, and has made an end of craving.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker declares liberation from endless rebirths, having found the ultimate truth, ending craving and mental construction.
In simple terms: Freedom from rebirth and craving achieved.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the cessation of desire.
Themes
enlightenment
liberation
mindfulness
Mood
peaceful
reflective
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- spiritual practice
- meditation retreats
- end-of-life reflection
Key Concepts
Nirvana
impermanence
non-self
Questions to Reflect On
- What mental constructions still bind you?
- How can you recognize the end of craving?
A Different Perspective
The path may still involve confronting deep attachments.