Being true Quote by Masao Abe
“In Buddhism, compassion always goes with wisdom. Compassion without wisdom is not understood to be true compassion, and wisdom without compassion is not true wisdom.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Buddhist Way of Understanding, 1995
Compassion must be guided by wisdom to be genuine; wisdom alone is incomplete without compassion.
In simple terms: Compassion and wisdom must coexist.
Cultivate both qualities.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- teaching
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does wisdom shape compassionate action?
- What practices nurture both?
Overemphasis on intellect may neglect emotional insight.