Buddhism Quote by Gautama Buddha
“There are two obstacles to enlightenment: 1. Thinking you know. 2 Thinking you don't know.”
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Mahaparinirvana, 5th century BCE
Identifies two obstacles to enlightenment: arrogance and false humility
In simple terms: Both overconfidence and underconfidence block insight
Key Takeaway
Cultivate balanced humility and open‑mindedness
Themes
spirituality
wisdom
self‑awareness
Mood
calm
inquisitive
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- personal growth
- teaching sessions
Key Concepts
mindfulness
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one maintain healthy self‑knowledge?
- What practices reduce both arrogance and false humility?
A Different Perspective
Over‑identifying with either extreme hinders progress
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