The word 'innocence' means 'incapable of being hurt'. To…
“The word 'innocence' means 'incapable of being hurt'. To have a mind that is not capable of being hurt, does not mean that it has built up a lot of resistance - on the contrary, such a mind is dying to everything that it has known in which there has been conflict, pleasure and pain. Only then is the mind innocent; that means it can love. You cannot love with memory, love is not a matter of remembrance, of time.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A mind that has never been hurt is not resistant but open, having shed past conflicts, allowing true love without reliance on memory.
In simple terms: An unhurt mind is open and can love freely.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate openness, release past hurts.
Themes
innocence
love
mindfulness
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy
- personal growth
- relationships
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
non‑attachment
emptiness
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you protect yourself while staying open?
- What practices help maintain openness without naiveté?
A Different Perspective
Such openness can leave one vulnerable to exploitation or emotional overwhelm.