Buddhism Quote by Rudyard Kipling
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““[A Buddhist monk on a pilgrimage speaks to a museum curator.] And I come here alone. For five--seven--eighteen--forty years it was in my mind that the old Law was not well followed; being overlaid, as thou knowest, with devildom, charms, and idolatry…' So it comes with all faiths.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Man Who Would Be King” (excerpt), 1888
A monk reflects on centuries of religious corruption and the persistence of faith despite it
In simple terms: Faith endures even when institutions become corrupted
Key Takeaway
Recognize and seek authentic spirituality
Themes
faith
corruption
pilgrimage
history
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
reflective
Type
philosophical
literary
spiritual
When to use this quote
- museum curation
- interfaith dialogue
- personal reflection
- historical study
Key Concepts
religious syncretism
institutional decay
personal devotion
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern genuine belief from corrupted practice?
- What role should individuals play in reform?
A Different Perspective
May overlook positive reforms within traditions
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