Enlightenment Quote by Jamgon Kongtrul Lodro Taye
““The Holy Teachings of Vimalakīrti (expertly translated into English by Robert Thurman). In that scripture, the Buddha states that the buddha-fields in which the bodhisattvas practice are fields of living beings. This would seem to indicate that the buddha-fields are the living beings themselves, as well as the environments that they inhabit. In the course of their practice of the ten perfections, the bodhisattvas work to lead others to spiritual maturity by various means. Consequently, the bodhisattvas’ aspirations to lead all others to complete awakening constitute an important condition in the process of the formation of world-systems.””
About This Quote
Source Scripture: Mahayana Buddhism, translated by Robert Thurman
Bodhisattvas view all beings and their environments as sacred fields, working to awaken others through compassion.
In simple terms: All beings and surroundings are sacred fields for awakening.
Key Takeaway
Practice compassion to aid collective awakening.
Themes
compassion
interdependence
awakening
Mood
peaceful
inspired
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- environmental stewardship
- social work
- education
- mindfulness
Key Concepts
Buddhist philosophy
spiritual practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you see everyday interactions as sacred?
- What practical steps foster collective awakening?
A Different Perspective
The concept may be challenging to apply in secular contexts.
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