Suffer what there is to suffer, enjoy what there is to…
“Suffer what there is to suffer, enjoy what there is to enjoy. Regard both suffering and joy as facts of life, and continue chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, no matter what happens. How could this be anything other than the boundless joy of the Law?”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Embrace both suffering and joy as inevitable, and maintain practice regardless of circumstances.
In simple terms: Accept pain and pleasure, keep chanting.
Keep practicing no matter what.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- handling loss
- celebrating success
- stressful events
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay committed during hardship?
- What role does acceptance play in your life?
May overlook the need for active problem solving.