Buddhism Quote by Sakyong Mipham
“You have people who are good at English but don't have the training in Buddhism or Shambhala, or they have the training but are not good in English. Getting that mixture is really rare.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Dharma Leadership Forum, 2019
Effective communication of Buddhist teachings requires both linguistic skill and deep practice; true expertise is rare.
In simple terms: Both language and practice needed to teach Buddhism well.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate language and practice together.
Themes
Buddhism
communication
expertise
Mood
educational
spiritual
Type
professional
practical
When to use this quote
- teaching retreats
- interfaith dialogues
- online courses
Key Concepts
mindfulness
translation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we train more bilingual Buddhist teachers?
- What barriers prevent deep practice among speakers?
A Different Perspective
Finding qualified teachers is challenging.
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