Character Quote by Kaiten Nukariya
![“When we are Enlightened, or when Universal Spirit awakens within us, we open the inexhaustible store of virtues and excellencies, and can freely make use of them at our will. [FN#172]” quote by Kaiten Nukariya](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c60/kaiten-nukariya-793_character_when-we-are-enlightened-or-when-universa_689376.jpg)
““When we are Enlightened, or when Universal Spirit awakens within us, we open the inexhaustible store of virtues and excellencies, and can freely make use of them at our will. [FN#172]””
About This Quote
Source Treat: Unknown, possibly spiritual text
Enlightenment unlocks limitless virtues that can be accessed at will, suggesting inner awakening grants moral power.
In simple terms: Inner awakening gives unlimited moral power.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner awareness to access virtues.
Themes
spirituality
virtue
self‑actualization
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- ethical decision‑making
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
enlightenment
inner potential
moral agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize when inner virtues guide you?
- What practices help awaken this inner spirit?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the need for external accountability and practice.
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