Death Quote by Kentetsu Takamori
““The painful sea of birth-and-death knows no bounds. We have long been submerged. Only the ship of Amida’s Vow will take us aboard and carry us across without fail. (Hymns on the Masters)””
About This Quote
Source Text: Hymns on the Masters, Buddhist scripture
The quote describes existence as a boundless cycle of suffering, from only salvation through Amida’s vow can rescue one from this endless turmoil.
In simple terms: Life is endless suffering; only Amida’s vow saves.
Seek Amida’s vow for liberation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- prayer
- ritual
- personal crisis
- death anxiety
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel trapped in suffering?
- How can faith change your perception of death?
The path may be inaccessible without sincere belief or guidance.