Death Quote by Sebastian Marshall
““On his death bed, he wrote his famous Dokkodo – final principles for the students of his school. The third principle is, “In all things, have no preferences.” The fourth principle is, “Think lightly of yourself and deeply of the world.” These two, to me, elegantly defend against the downsides of naive intuition.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Dokkodo, 1645
He advises avoiding personal bias and maintaining humility, encouraging a balanced view of self and world.
In simple terms: No preferences and humility protect against naive intuition.
Key Takeaway
Practice impartiality and deep reflection.
Themes
philosophy
self‑discipline
humility
Mood
calm
thoughtful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- conflict resolution
- leadership training
Key Concepts
bias
introspection
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one stay engaged without bias?
- What practices foster deep world understanding?
A Different Perspective
Over‑detachment may hinder passion.
