Buddhism Quote by Garma C.C. Chang
““I, Milarepa, fear neither demons nor evils; If they frightened Milarepa, to what avail Would be his Realization and Enlightenment? Ye ghosts and demons, enemies of the Dharma, I welcome you today! It is my pleasure to receive you! I pray you, stay; do not hasten to leave; We will discourse and play together. Although you would be gone, stay the night; We will pit the Black against the White Dharma, And see who plays the best. Before you came, you vowed to afflict me. Shame and disgrace would follow If you returned with this vow unfulfilled.””
About This Quote
Milarepa confronts fearsome demons and enemies of Dharma, welcoming them to test his realization, highlighting fearless compassion and spiritual trial.
In simple terms: Milarepa welcomes demons to test his enlightenment.
Key Takeaway
Face fears with compassion.
Themes
spirituality
fear
enemies
Dharma
realization
Mood
calm
determined
inspirational
Type
Buddhism:1
Fear:1
Enemies Dharma:0
Milarepa Fear:0
Frightened Milarepa:0
Dharma Welcome:0
Returned Vow:0
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- rituals
- personal transformation
Key Concepts
compassion
courage
inner dialogue
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears can you welcome?
- How does this deepen practice?
A Different Perspective
Challenge may be symbolic.
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