The Sutra of the Arrival in Lanka says: In the future…
![“The Sutra of the Arrival in Lanka says: In the future, those who cling to non-Buddhist thinking will conceive of the wisdom of the noble ones as existing as an object of personal experience and as having the nature of an entity… How could such notions operate in the noble ones? If such [notions]…” quote by Karl Brunnholzl](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/0fd/karl-brunnholzl-4600_personal-experience_the-sutra-of-the-arrival-in-lanka-says-i_1118222.jpg)
““The Sutra of the Arrival in Lanka says: In the future, those who cling to non-Buddhist thinking will conceive of the wisdom of the noble ones as existing as an object of personal experience and as having the nature of an entity… How could such notions operate in the noble ones? If such [notions] were entertained, they would be nothing but the clinging to an identity.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Clinging to fixed ideas creates a false sense of self and hinders true insight.
In simple terms: Holding onto rigid beliefs limits understanding.
Key Takeaway
Let go of fixed identities to see reality clearly.
Themes
attachment
identity
wisdom
illusion
Mood
contemplative
calm
Type
spiritual
educational
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- academic study
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Buddhist philosophy
mindfulness
self‑inquiry
Questions to Reflect On
- In what ways do you cling to personal identities?
- How can loosening these attachments improve relationships?
A Different Perspective
Rigid concepts can become obstacles to enlightenment.