Born Quote by Gautama Buddha
“There is, monks, an unborn, unbecome, unmade, unconditioned. If, monks, there were no unborn... no escape would be discerned from what is born, become, made, conditioned. But because there is an unborn..., therefore an escape is discerned from what is born, become, made, conditioned.”
About This Quote
Source Sutra: The Middle Way, 5th century BCE
The concept of an unborn state offers a path to escape conditioned existence.
In simple terms: An unborn state provides escape from conditioning.
Key Takeaway
Seek the unconditioned mind.
Themes
spirituality
freedom
non‑attachment
Mood
calm
contemplative
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- ethical living
- teaching sessions
Key Concepts
emptiness
mindfulness
Buddhist philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you experience the unborn?
- What obstacles hinder non‑attachment?
A Different Perspective
Realizing the unborn can be intellectually challenging.
