Good health Quote by The Buddha
““Let us live happily, without hate amongst those who hate. Let us dwell unhating amidst hateful men. Let us live happily, in good health amongst those who are sick. Let us dwell in good health amidst ailing men. Let us live happily, without yearning for sensual pleasures amongst those who yearn for them. Let us dwell without yearning amidst those who yearn. Let us live happily, we who have no impediments. We shall subsist on joy even as the radiant gods.””
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Dhammapada, Verse 5, 3rd century BCE
Cultivate inner peace and compassion regardless of external circumstances or others' attitudes.
In simple terms: Stay happy and compassionate despite hatred, sickness, desire, or obstacles.
Key Takeaway
Practice joy and equanimity in all situations.
Themes
compassion
inner peace
equanimity
detachment
joy
Mood
calm
hopeful
reflective
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- living among hostile people
- being around the sick
- facing desire
- dealing with disability
- seeking joy
Key Concepts
Buddhist ethics
mindfulness
non-attachment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you nurture joy when surrounded by negativity?
- What practices help you remain compassionate toward those who harm you?
A Different Perspective
Maintaining happiness can be challenging when external suffering is intense.
