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The Lotus Sutra The Lotus Sutra. Ultimate reality. So far…

“The Lotus Sutra The Lotus Sutra. Ultimate reality. So far you've been bashing me badly. Now I'll cudgel you, bastard. Oh! Ouch! You're made for bashing. Oh! Ouch! Oh! Ouch! The Lotus Sutra dashed away Fields open wide, once the farmers have gone.” quote by Ko Un
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““The Lotus Sutra The Lotus Sutra. Ultimate reality. So far you've been bashing me badly. Now I'll cudgel you, bastard. Oh! Ouch! You're made for bashing. Oh! Ouch! Oh! Ouch! The Lotus Sutra dashed away Fields open wide, once the farmers have gone.””

Ko Un

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The poem juxtaposes sacred text with violent imagery, reflecting inner conflict and the struggle to reconcile spiritual ideals with harsh reality.

In simple terms: It shows a clash between spiritual teachings and violent impulses.

Key Takeaway

Seek harmony between belief and action.

Themes

spirituality conflict inner turmoil religion

Mood

conflicted intense

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal meditation
  • therapeutic writing
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

Duality cognitive dissonance self‑reflection

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does anger affect spiritual practice?
  • Can violent metaphors help or hinder understanding?
A Different Perspective

The chaotic language may obscure the intended spiritual message.

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