Buddhism Quote by Hsin Hsin Ming
““When love and hate are both absent, everything becomes clear and undisguised. Make the slightest distinction, however, and heaven and earth are set infinitely apart. If you wish to see the truth, then hold no opinions for or against anything. To set up what you like against what you dislike is the disease of the mind.””
About This Quote
Source Text: Hsin Hsin Ming (Daoist scripture)
Releasing attachment to judgments clears perception; opinions create mental division, obscuring truth.
In simple terms: Let go of judgments to see things plainly.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate non‑attachment to opinions for clearer insight.
Themes
spirituality
mindfulness
philosophy
perception
truth
mental health
Mood
calm
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
- decision making
Key Concepts
non‑attachment
dualism
mental disease
clarity
Questions to Reflect On
- What judgments cloud your view?
- How can you balance discernment and non‑attachment?
A Different Perspective
Absolute neutrality may be impractical in daily life.
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