Effort Quote by Shunryu Suzuki
“The goal of our life’s effort is to reach the other shore, Nirvana. Prajna paramita, the true wisdom of life, is that in each step of the way, the other shore is actually reached.”
About This Quote
Source Teaching: Zen Buddhism lecture, 1970
Each step on the path is itself the arrival; enlightenment is realized continuously.
In simple terms: Every moment is enlightenment.
Practice mindfulness in every action.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- daily routines
- teaching
- personal development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize enlightenment now?
- What step feels like arrival?
Understanding may be elusive without practice.