Angry Quote by Gautama Buddha
“When an evil-doer, seeing you practise goodness, comes and maliciously insults you, you should patiently endure it and not feel angry with him, for the evil-doer is insulting himself by trying to insult you.”
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Dhammapada, Verse 5
When a hostile person attacks you, recognize that their aggression reflects their own inner turmoil.
In simple terms: Their insult shows their own pain.
Key Takeaway
Respond with compassion, not anger.
Themes
compassion
inner peace
resilience
Mood
calm
empathetic
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
- meditation
Key Concepts
mindfulness
karma
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the insult reveal about the attacker?
- Can you transform anger into understanding?
A Different Perspective
Holding anger may perpetuate suffering.
