Action Quote by Chogyam Trungpa
“Are the great spiritual teachings really advocating that we fight evil because we are on the side of light, the side of peace? Are they telling us to fight against that other 'undesirable' side, the bad and the black. That is a big question. If there is wisdom in the sacred teachings, there should not be any war. As long as a person is involved with warfare, trying to defend or attack, then his action is not sacred; it is mundane, dualistic, a battlefield situation.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Teachings on Non‑Violence, 1995
The speaker questions whether spiritual teachings truly endorse fighting evil, arguing that any involvement in warfare contradicts sacred, non‑dual wisdom.
In simple terms: Spiritual teachings should not support violence; true wisdom is beyond dualistic conflict.
Key Takeaway
Seek peace and non‑violent solutions.
Themes
peace
spirituality
non‑duality
ethics
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
serene
Type
philosophical
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- peace activism
- conflict mediation training
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
philosophy
religious doctrine
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- Can non‑violence be applied in all real‑world conflicts?
- What does “sacred” mean in modern ethical contexts?
A Different Perspective
The view may oversimplify complex moral dilemmas where defensive action could be necessary.
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