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Age Quote by Gautama Buddha

“For those struggling in midstream, in great fear of the flood, of growing old and of dying for all those I say, an island exists where there is no place for impediments, no place for clinging: the island of no going beyond. I call it nirvana, the complete destruction of old age and dying.” quote by Gautama Buddha
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“For those struggling in midstream, in great fear of the flood, of growing old and of dying for all those I say, an island exists where there is no place for impediments, no place for clinging: the island of no going beyond. I call it nirvana, the complete destruction of old age and dying.”

Gautama Buddha

About This Quote

Source Sutra: Mahaparinirvana Sutra, 2nd century CE

Nirvana is a state beyond fear, aging, and death, free from clinging and obstacles.

In simple terms: Nirvana frees you from suffering and attachment.

Key Takeaway

Practice detachment to reduce suffering.

Themes

spirituality impermanence freedom

Mood

calm contemplative

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • end‑of‑life care
  • stress management
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

Buddhist philosophy emptiness mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What attachments cause your suffering?
  • How can you cultivate non‑attachment?
A Different Perspective

Achieving nirvana is challenging in everyday life.

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