Buddhism Quote by Frederick Lenz
“What is evil? There is no such thing. In Buddhism we don't recognize evil and therefore we don't give it any power over us.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: 1990s, New Age Spirituality
Evil is a mental construct; denying its existence removes its power over us.
In simple terms: Evil is a label, not a force.
Disempower negative concepts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- conflict resolution
- counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we address harmful actions without naming evil?
- What practices reduce fear of negativity?
Denial may ignore real harm.