Abandon Quote by Namkhai Norbu
“Duality is the real root of our suffering and of all our conflicts. All our concepts and beliefs, no matter how profound they may seem, are like nets which trap us in dualism. When we discover our limits we have to try to overcome them, untying ourselves from whatever type of religious, political, or social conviction may contain us. We have to abandon such concepts as 'enlightenment', 'the nature of the mind', and so on, until we no longer neglect to integrate our knowledge with our actual existence.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Great Liberation, 1999
Dualistic thinking creates suffering; transcending concepts and integrating knowledge with lived experience reduces conflict.
In simple terms: Dualism causes suffering; integration frees us.
Key Takeaway
Practice non-dual awareness.
Themes
suffering
dualism
integration
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- conflict resolution
- interfaith dialogue
- personal development
Key Concepts
philosophy
spirituality
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance concept and experience?
- What practices help dissolve dualistic views?
A Different Perspective
Complete abandonment of concepts may hinder practical guidance.
