Karma is the beginning of knowledge. Next is patience…
“Karma is the beginning of knowledge. Next is patience. Patience is very important. The strong are the patient ones, Anjin-san. patience means holding back your inclination to the seven emotions: hate, adoration, joy, anxiety, anger, grief, fear. If you don't give way to the seven, you're patient, then you'll soon understand all manner of things and be in harmony with Eternity.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Patience is the foundation of wisdom; by restraining emotional impulses, one attains harmony and deeper understanding.
In simple terms: Patience leads to knowledge and harmony.
Key Takeaway
Practice restraint to gain insight.
Themes
patience
wisdom
self‑control
Mood
calm
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- conflict resolution
- decision making
- leadership training
Key Concepts
philosophy
emotional intelligence
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate patience in daily life?
- What emotions are hardest for you to hold back?
A Different Perspective
Patience alone may not overcome external pressures.