Buddha Quote by Dōgen
““To enter the Buddha Way is to stop discriminating between good and evil and to cast aside the mind that says this is good and that is bad.””
About This Quote
Source Zen Text: Shōbōgenzō, 1240s
Entering the Buddha Way means abandoning dualistic judgments of good and evil, freeing the mind from moral binaries.
In simple terms: Let go of labeling things as good or bad.
Key Takeaway
Practice non‑dual awareness.
Themes
spirituality
mindfulness
non‑duality
Buddhism
Mood
calm
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- conflict resolution
- ethical decision‑making
- personal growth
Key Concepts
emptiness
interdependence
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does releasing judgment affect daily interactions?
- Can compassion arise without moral labels?
A Different Perspective
Non‑dual view can be misunderstood as moral relativism.
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