Buddhism Quote by Dalai Lama XIV
““To practice tantra requires even greater compassion and greater intelligence than are required on the sutra path; thus, though many persons in the degenerate era are interested in tantra, tantra is not for degenerate persons. Tantra is limited to persons whose compassion is so great that they cannot bear to spend unnecessary time in attaining Buddhahood, as they want to be a supreme source of help and happiness for others quickly.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Teachings on Tantra, Dalai Lama, 2015
Tantra demands exceptional compassion and wisdom, beyond the conventional sutra path, and is unsuitable for those lacking deep altruism.
In simple terms: Tantra needs great compassion and intelligence, not for the unqualified.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate deep compassion before pursuing advanced practices.
Themes
compassion
wisdom
spiritual practice
altruism
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- teaching advanced meditation
- guiding spiritual students
- self‑assessment for practice suitability
Key Concepts
Buddhist philosophy
tantric path
ethical discernment
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you possess the compassion required for advanced practice?
- How can one develop such compassion?
A Different Perspective
May exclude those who lack the necessary compassion and insight.
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