Blind Quote by Shantideva
““May the blind see the forms, May the deaf hear sounds. May the naked find clothing, The hungry find food; May the thirsty find water And delicious drinks. May the poor find wealth, Those weak with sorrow find joy; May the forlorn find new hope, Constant happiness and prosperity. May the frightened cease to be afraid And those bound be freed; May the powerless find power, And may the people think of benefiting one another””
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Bodhicaryavatara, Chapter 1, 8th‑9th century
A prayer for universal compassion, wishing all beings relief from suffering and fulfillment of basic needs.
In simple terms: Wishes for all beings to be free from suffering and have basic comforts.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate compassion and act to help others.
Themes
compassion
interdependence
altruism
Mood
hopeful
empathetic
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- humanitarian aid
- social welfare
- community service
- poverty alleviation
- disaster relief
Key Concepts
Bodhisattva vows
ethical conduct
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you personally embody this compassion?
- What barriers prevent you from helping others?
A Different Perspective
May be limited by practical ability to meet all needs.
