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“The deluding passions are inexhaustible. I vow to extinguish them all. The number of beings is endless. I vow to save them all. The Truth cannot be told. I vow to explain it. The Way which cannot be followed is unattainable. I vow to attain it.” quote by Gautama Buddha
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“The deluding passions are inexhaustible. I vow to extinguish them all. The number of beings is endless. I vow to save them all. The Truth cannot be told. I vow to explain it. The Way which cannot be followed is unattainable. I vow to attain it.”

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.

Expresses the endless drive to eliminate suffering and attain truth, acknowledging the paradox of unattainable goals.

In simple terms: Desire to end suffering is endless.

Key Takeaway

Pursue compassion despite limits.

Themes

suffering truth spiritual quest paradox

Mood

serene reflective

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • ethical practice
  • mindful living

Key Concepts

Buddhism philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What suffering do you seek to end?
  • How do you accept unattainable truths?
A Different Perspective

Complete eradication of desire may be impossible.

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