Admiration Quote by Gautama Buddha
“Do not be jealous of others' good qualities, but out of admiration adopt them yourself.”
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Dhammapada, verse 5, 3rd century BCE
Encourages transforming envy into admiration and emulation.
In simple terms: Turn jealousy into inspiration.
Key Takeaway
Adopt admired traits instead of resenting them.
Themes
envy
admiration
personal growth
mindfulness
ethics
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- teamwork
- leadership development
- personal coaching
- conflict resolution
- education
Key Concepts
Buddhist ethics
psychology of emotions
self‑improvement
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities do you truly admire?
- How can you authentically integrate them?
A Different Perspective
Adoption may be superficial without deeper understanding.
