Love people Quote by Dalai Lama XIV
““I call the high and light aspects of my being SPIRIT and the dark and heavy aspects SOUL. Soul is at home in the deep shaded valleys. Heavy torpid flowes saturated with black grow there. The rivers flow like arm syrup. They empty into huge oceans of soul. Spirit is a land of high,white peaks and glittering jewel-like lakes and flowers. Life is sparse and sound travels great distances. There is soul music, soul food, and soul love. People need to climb the mountain not because it is there But because the soulful divinity need to be mated with the Spirit. Deep down we must have a rel affection for each other, a clear recognition of our shared human status. At the same time we must openly accept all ideologies and systems as means of solving humanity's problems. No matter how strong the wind of evil may blow, the flame of truth cannot be extinguished.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, Dalai Lama XIV, date unknown
The quote contrasts the lofty, pure aspects of humanity (Spirit) with the deep, heavy, and often troubled aspects (Soul), urging integration and mutual respect while embracing all ideas to solve humanity’s problems.
In simple terms: Spirit is high and pure; Soul is deep and heavy; balance them and accept all ideas.
Key Takeaway
Seek harmony between lofty ideals and deep emotions, and stay open to all solutions.
Themes
spirituality
human nature
balance
acceptance
truth
Mood
reflective
hopeful
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
- intercultural dialogue
- social activism
- leadership
Key Concepts
dualism
humanity
philosophy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we practically integrate high ideals with deep struggles?
- What does “accepting all ideologies” mean in practice?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may oversimplify complex social issues, ignoring power dynamics and systemic oppression.
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