--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Better than a thousand hollow words Is…" description: "\"Better than a thousand hollow words Is one word that brings peace. Better than a thousand hollow verses Is one verse that brings peace. Better than a h..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/49d/gautama-buddha-163_angel_better-than-a-thousand-hollow-words-is-o_1789832.jpg" --- # Better than a thousand hollow words Is one word that… ![“Better than a thousand hollow words Is one word that brings peace. Better than a thousand hollow verses Is one verse that brings peace. Better than a hundred hollow lines Is one line of the dharma, bringing peace. It is better to conquer yourself Than to win a thousand battles. Then the victory is…” quote by Gautama Buddha](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/49d/gautama-buddha-163_angel_better-than-a-thousand-hollow-words-is-o_1789832.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/49d/gautama-buddha-163_angel_better-than-a-thousand-hollow-words-is-o_1789832.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/49d/gautama-buddha-163_angel_better-than-a-thousand-hollow-words-is-o_1789832.jpg) > “Better than a thousand hollow words Is one word that brings peace. Better than a thousand hollow verses Is one verse that brings peace. Better than a hundred hollow lines Is one line of the dharma, bringing peace. It is better to conquer yourself Than to win a thousand battles. Then the victory is yours. It cannot be taken from you, Not by angels or by demons, Heaven or hell.” [Gautama Buddha](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/gautama-buddha/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Inner peace comes from one sincere word or action, not many hollow ones; self‑conquest beats external victories. **In simple terms:** Simple truth brings peace; mastering self is ultimate victory. Key Takeaway Focus on sincere expression and self‑discipline. Themes peace self‑mastery mindfulness Mood calm reflective Type spiritual philosophical When to use this quote - meditation - conflict resolution - personal growth Key Concepts Buddhism spiritual practice Questions to Reflect On - What single practice brings you peace? - How can you conquer inner obstacles? 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