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One should not kill a living being, nor cause it to be…

“One should not kill a living being, nor cause it to be killed, nor should one incite another to kill. Do not injure any being, either strong or weak, in the world.” quote by Gautama Buddha
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“One should not kill a living being, nor cause it to be killed, nor should one incite another to kill. Do not injure any being, either strong or weak, in the world.”

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.

One must avoid killing, harming, or inciting harm to any being, regardless of strength.

In simple terms: Do not kill or cause harm to any creature.

Key Takeaway

Practice non‑violence toward all life.

Themes

ethics non‑violence compassion

Mood

serene determined

Type

spiritual ethical

When to use this quote

  • diet choices
  • conflict resolution
  • animal welfare
  • daily interactions

Key Concepts

ahimsa moral duty universal respect

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you protect yourself without harming others?
  • What alternatives exist to violent conflict?
A Different Perspective

Hard to apply in self‑defense or survival situations.

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