--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Although I too am within Amida's grasp…" description: "\"“Although I too am within Amida's grasp, Passions obstruct my eyes and I cannot see him; Nevertheless, great compassion is untiring and illumines me al..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5c9/shinran-shonin-278034_compassion_although-i-too-am-within-amida-s-grasp-p_2080799.jpg" --- # Although I too am within Amida's grasp, Passions obstruct… ![“Although I too am within Amida's grasp, Passions obstruct my eyes and I cannot see him; Nevertheless, great compassion is untiring and illumines me always.” quote by Shinran Shonin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5c9/shinran-shonin-278034_compassion_although-i-too-am-within-amida-s-grasp-p_2080799.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5c9/shinran-shonin-278034_compassion_although-i-too-am-within-amida-s-grasp-p_2080799.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5c9/shinran-shonin-278034_compassion_although-i-too-am-within-amida-s-grasp-p_2080799.jpg) > ““Although I too am within Amida's grasp, Passions obstruct my eyes and I cannot see him; Nevertheless, great compassion is untiring and illumines me always.”” [Shinran Shonin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/shinran-shonin/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Even when desires block perception, compassionate insight remains ever‑present, illuminating the path. **In simple terms:** Compassion shines despite obstacles. Key Takeaway Cultivate compassionate awareness. Themes compassion spiritual insight obstacle enlightenment faith Mood serene reflective Type spiritual philosophical When to use this quote - meditation - religious study - daily reflection Key Concepts Buddhist practice mindfulness spiritual perseverance Questions to Reflect On - What blocks your spiritual sight? - How can compassion illuminate? 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