Surely if living creatures saw the results of all their…
“Surely if living creatures saw the results of all their evil deeds, they would turn away from them in disgust. But selfhood blinds them, and they cling to their obnoxious desires. They crave pleasure for themselves and they cause pain to others; when death destroys their individuality, they find no peace; their thirst for existence abides and their selfhood reappears in new births. Thus they continue to move in the coil and can find no escape from the hell of their own making.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human beings ignore the consequences of their harmful actions, clinging to selfish desires, leading to endless suffering and rebirth.
In simple terms: Ignoring harm and craving leads to perpetual suffering.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate awareness and compassion.
Themes
karma
rebirth
desire
ignorance
uffering
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- ethical decision making
- meditation
- community living
- education
Key Concepts
ethical conduct
mindfulness
spiritual liberation
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits keep us blind to our harm?
- How can compassion break the cycle of suffering?
A Different Perspective
Self‑deception can obscure moral responsibility.