Compassion Quote by Longchenpa
“Let the flower of compassion blossom in the rich soil of maître, and water it with the good water of equanimity in the cool, refreshing shade of joy.”
About This Quote
Source Text: The Great Treatise on Compassion, Longchenpa, 14th century
Compassion flourishes when nurtured with equanimity and joy.
In simple terms: Compassion grows with calm and joy.
Key Takeaway
Practice compassionate mindfulness.
Themes
compassion
equanimity
joy
Mood
serene
uplifting
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- teaching
- community work
Key Concepts
Buddhist philosophy
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate equanimity?
- What joy supports your compassion?
A Different Perspective
Joy may be fleeting without practice.
