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“Neither in the sky nor in mid-ocean, nor by entering into mountain clefts, nowhere in the world is there a place where one may escape from the results of evil deeds.” quote by Gautama Buddha
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“Neither in the sky nor in mid-ocean, nor by entering into mountain clefts, nowhere in the world is there a place where one may escape from the results of evil deeds.”

Gautama Buddha

About This Quote

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

Evil actions inevitably bring negative consequences, no matter where one hides.

In simple terms: You can’t escape the results of bad deeds.

Key Takeaway

Act responsibly.

Themes

morality karma consequence

Mood

reflective serious

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • legal systems
  • environmental impact

Key Concepts

ethical responsibility cause and effect

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions can we take to mitigate harm?
  • How does this view affect forgiveness?
A Different Perspective

May ignore systemic factors influencing behavior.

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