Buddhism Quote by Padma Aon Prakasha
““At times it can feel like you are being nailed to the cross of Divine laws and truths, which dissolves all your own personal truths as surely as night follows day. This happens externally through the judgments, fears and persecutions of others unwilling to allow your soul to follow God out of fear of what it means for them and their attachments. Internally this occurs as you burn in your resistance to following divine laws, feeling the flame burning you up through your total feeling of any and all emotions, refusing projection onto anyone, or anything. This is your road and the fulfilling of your desire to meet God fully. As Christ said, ‘If anyone desires to come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily, and follow Me.’33 The Passion is not a linear journey: we can experience some of the symptoms of each death at differing times, but to establish oneself in a new Sphere of love is another thing. It is a soulful journey, not for hard-core Buddhists or Yogis, although it can be. It is a journey of the Beloved, of the Lover of God.””
About This Quote
Spiritual growth demands surrendering personal ego, confronting external judgment, and enduring inner resistance to align with divine purpose.
In simple terms: Follow divine law by denying self and embracing suffering.
Key Takeaway
Self‑denial is the path to spiritual union.
Themes
spirituality
self‑sacrifice
inner conflict
Mood
solemn
intense
Type
spiritual
reflective
When to use this quote
- monastic practice
- religious pilgrimage
- personal crisis
Key Concepts
ego dissolution
divine law
Practical Applications
- Daily meditation on self‑lessness
- Seek mentorship for spiritual accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- Is suffering essential for spiritual awakening?
- How can one balance self‑care with self‑denial?
A Different Perspective
The emphasis on suffering may alienate those seeking a compassionate spiritual path.
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