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Angry Quote by Shantideva

“The hostile multitudes are vast as spaceWhat chance is there that all should be subdued? Let but this angry mind be overthrownAnd every foe is then and there destroyed” quote by Shantideva
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“The hostile multitudes are vast as spaceWhat chance is there that all should be subdued? Let but this angry mind be overthrownAnd every foe is then and there destroyed”

Shantideva

About This Quote

Source Sutra: Bodhicaryavatara, Chapter 2, Shantideva, 8th century

The poem questions whether the vast hostile forces can be subdued, urging the mind to be overthrown and enemies destroyed.

In simple terms: It challenges the mind to overcome hostility and defeat enemies.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner peace to neutralize external threats.

Themes

mindfulness conflict spirituality overcoming philosophy

Mood

reflective serene

Type

poetic spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal meditation
  • conflict resolution
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

emptiness compassion inner transformation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can inner transformation truly eliminate external aggression?
  • What practices help calm an angry mind?
A Different Perspective

Overcoming external hostility may require more than inner change alone.

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