Clouds Quote by Nhat Hanh
“If you are a poet, you will see clearly that there is a cloud floating in this sheet of paper? ?To be? is to inter-be. We cannot just be by ourselves alone. We have to inter-be with every other thing. This sheet of paper is, because everything else is.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Interbeing, 1990s
Existence is interconnected; nothing exists in isolation, and all things share a common essence.
In simple terms: All things inter‑be; nothing is alone.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and honor interdependence.
Themes
philosophy
spirituality
interconnectedness
Mood
contemplative
peaceful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- environmental activism
- community building
- mindful living
Key Concepts
Interbeing
non‑duality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does interbeing influence your relationships?
- What actions reflect interdependence?
A Different Perspective
Modern individualism can obscure interdependence.
