Freedom Quote by Gene Reeves
““First, they have small drops of moisture fall to dampen the dust of desire, and by opening the gateway of nirvana, fanning the wind of liberation, and ridding themselves of the heat of worldly passions, they bring about the cooling quality of the Dharma. Next, raining down the profound teaching of the twelve causes and conditions, pouring it on the ferocious, intense rays of suffering—ignorance, old age, illness, death, and so on—they pour out the unexcelled Great Vehicle, soak the good roots of all the living with it, scatter seeds of goodness over the field of blessings, and everywhere bring forth sprouts of awakening. With wisdom as bright as the sun and the moon, and timely use of skillful means, they make the enterprise of the Great Vehicle prosper and grow, and lead many to attain supreme awakening quickly. Always living in the blessedness of a reality that is fine and wonderful, with immeasurable great compassion, they save the living from suffering.””
About This Quote
Source Scripture: Mahayana Buddhist text (e.g., Lotus Sutra)
The passage describes how compassionate beings use skillful means to alleviate desire, suffering, and ignorance, guiding others toward awakening through the Great Vehicle.
In simple terms: Compassionate teaching eases suffering and leads to awakening.
Key Takeaway
Practice compassion and skillful means.
Themes
compassion
awakening
skillful means
Buddhism
spiritual growth
Mood
serene
hopeful
determined
Type
spiritual
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Meditation retreats
- teaching Dharma
- community service
- personal practice
- guiding others
Key Concepts
Mahayana
Great Vehicle
emptiness
interdependence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you embody compassionate skillful means in daily life?
- What obstacles hinder the spread of awakening?
A Different Perspective
Requires deep understanding and discipline to apply skillful means correctly.
