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Dharma Quote by Longchen Rabjam

“All phenomena are embraced within a single self-knowing awareness. Even though they arise as the totality of samsara and nirvana, the phenomena of the world of appearances and possibilities— limitless, boundless—arise from basic space. Therefore, they are subsumed within basic space from which the…” quote by Longchen Rabjam
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““All phenomena are embraced within a single self-knowing awareness. Even though they arise as the totality of samsara and nirvana, the phenomena of the world of appearances and possibilities— limitless, boundless—arise from basic space. Therefore, they are subsumed within basic space from which the first arise.””

Longchen Rabjam

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Source Treat: The Treasury of Knowledge by Longchen Rabjam, 14th century

All experience arises from and awareness, the fundamental space that contains both suffering and liberation.

In simple terms: Everything comes from basic space.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the underlying space of all phenomena.

Themes

spirituality philosophy mindfulness

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • philosophical study
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

nondualism emptiness interdependence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does recognizing basic space change your view of suffering?
  • What practices reveal this underlying awareness?
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