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“It is good to have companions when occasion arises, and it is good to be contented with whatever comes.” quote by Gautama Buddha
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“It is good to have companions when occasion arises, and it is good to be contented with whatever comes.”

Gautama Buddha

About This Quote

Source Sutra: Dhammapada, 3rd century BCE

Companionship and contentment are valuable; appreciate both social support and inner peace.

In simple terms: Friends help; be content with what comes.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate relationships and inner acceptance.

Themes

companionship contentment mindfulness

Mood

calm reflective

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • community gatherings
  • personal meditation
  • daily gratitude
  • support networks

Key Concepts

Buddhist ethics social harmony inner peace

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance contentment with growth?
  • When is companionship essential?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on contentment may discourage ambition.

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