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Awareness Quote by Gautama Buddha

“Because not even the least Dharma is there found or got at. Therefore is it called 'utmost, right and perfect enlightenment'. Self-identical is that Dharma and nothing is therein at variance. Therefore is it called 'utmost, right and perfect enlighten'” quote by Gautama Buddha
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“Because not even the least Dharma is there found or got at. Therefore is it called 'utmost, right and perfect enlightenment'. Self-identical is that Dharma and nothing is therein at variance. Therefore is it called 'utmost, right and perfect enlighten'”

Gautama Buddha

About This Quote

Source Sutra: Buddhist teachings, unknown collection

States that true enlightenment is beyond any partial teachings; only the ultimate truth is unchanging and identical.

In simple terms: Enlightenment is beyond partial teachings.

Key Takeaway

Seek the ultimate, unconditioned truth.

Themes

spirituality enlightenment philosophy truth nonduality

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • meditation practice
  • study of sutras
  • ethical living
  • mindful contemplation

Key Concepts

Buddhist doctrine emptiness ultimate reality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What partial teachings do you cling to?
  • How can you experience the unconditioned?
A Different Perspective

Understanding may be abstract and hard to apply daily.

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