Birth Quote by Bodhidharma
“This one life has no form and is empty by nature. If you become attached by any form, you should reject it. If you see an ego, a soul, a birth, or a death, reject them all.”
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Platform Sutra of the Sixth Patriarch, 8th century
The quote advises detachment from all conceptual identities and phenomena, seeing them as empty and transient, urging rejection of ego, soul, birth, and death to realize true nature.
In simple terms: Let go of all labels and identities to see reality.
Key Takeaway
Practice non‑attachment to achieve inner freedom.
Themes
detachment
emptiness
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- daily mindfulness
- conflict resolution
- grief coping
Key Concepts
Buddhist philosophy
non‑self
impermanence
Questions to Reflect On
- What attachments prevent you from seeing clearly?
- How can you balance detachment with responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Rejecting all forms can lead to nihilism or disengagement from practical life.
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