Apart from thought, there is no independent entity called…
“Apart from thought, there is no independent entity called "world." Just as the spider emits the thread (of the web) out of itself and then withdraws it, likewise, the mind projects the world out of itself and then withdraws it back into itself.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He likens the mind to a spider weaving and retracting a web, suggesting reality is a mental projection.
In simple terms: The world is a mind‑created illusion.
Key Takeaway
Question reality and observe mental constructions.
Themes
philosophy
mind
reality
illusion
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- contemplative study
Key Concepts
perception
self‑inquiry
non‑duality
Questions to Reflect On
- What mental patterns shape your reality?
- How can you see beyond the projection?
A Different Perspective
Attachment to illusion can cause suffering.