Shall we perish in the darkness of scepticism, shutting…
““Shall we perish in the darkness of scepticism, shutting our eyes to the light of Tathagata? Shall we suffer from innumerable pains in the self-created hell where remorse, jealousy, and hatred feed the fire of anger? Let us pray to Buddha, not in word only, but in the deed of generosity and tolerance, in the character noble and loving, and in the personality sublime and good.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Encourages living Buddhist virtues of generosity and tolerance rather than succumbing to negative emotions and doubt
In simple terms: Practice kindness and tolerance instead of doubt and hatred
Key Takeaway
Act with generosity and compassion
Themes
spirituality
ethics
self‑improvement
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- community service
- conflict resolution
- teaching others
- daily interactions
Key Concepts
Buddhist practice
inner peace
moral conduct
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you embody generosity in daily life?
- What doubts hinder your compassion?
A Different Perspective
May be idealistic for those not sharing Buddhist worldview