Realizing Quote by Karl Brunnholzl
![“Just as space is without divisions through the divisions created by vessels, In true reality, there are no divisions that are created by entities. Therefore, by perfectly realizing them to be of equal taste, You, excellent Knower, realize [all] knowable objects in a single moment.” quote by Karl Brunnholzl](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/690/karl-brunnholzl-4600_single-moment_just-as-space-is-without-divisions-throu_1871509.jpg)
““Just as space is without divisions through the divisions created by vessels, In true reality, there are no divisions that are created by entities. Therefore, by perfectly realizing them to be of equal taste, You, excellent Knower, realize [all] knowable objects in a single moment.””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: “Non‑Duality and the Mind”, 2015, recorded at a Buddhist retreat
All phenomena are ultimately undivided; distinctions arise only through conceptual labeling.
In simple terms: Reality is one, labels create division.
Key Takeaway
See beyond labels to unity.
Themes
non‑duality
perception
philosophy
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- conflict resolution
- creative problem solving
- education
Key Concepts
emptiness
interconnectedness
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you experience a moment without labeling?
- How does labeling affect judgment?
A Different Perspective
Human cognition naturally categorizes, making unity hard to grasp.
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