Attention Quote by Frederick Lenz
“I realize that there's a thing called the bodhisattva ideal, and it's a very nice pinnacle of attention. It's a very egotistical thought, ultimately.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Spiritual Journey of a Bodhisattva, Frederick Lenz, 1995
The bodhisattva ideal encourages selfless compassion, yet it can be driven by ego, making true altruism difficult to achieve.
In simple terms: Compassion can be mixed with ego.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility while practicing compassion.
Themes
compassion
ego
spirituality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation retreats
- volunteering
- counseling
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Bodhisattva ideal
selflessness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize ego in your compassionate actions?
- What practices help keep humility central?
A Different Perspective
Ego may undermine genuine selflessness.
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