Buddhism Quote by Tulku Urgyen
““May I quickly attain complete enlightenment, and having attained the state of a buddha, may I guide all sentient beings to liberation and the awakened state itself.””
About This Quote
Source Prayer: Buddhist practice, attributed to Tulku Urgyen, 20th century
The aspiration is to achieve full awakening and then compassionately help all beings reach liberation.
In simple terms: Seek enlightenment, then guide others to freedom.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate personal awakening, then serve others.
Themes
compassion
awakening
service
Mood
serene
determined
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Meditation retreats
- spiritual teaching
- community service
Key Concepts
Buddhist enlightenment
Bodhisattva vow
Questions to Reflect On
- How can personal enlightenment translate into concrete help for others?
- What actions embody this vow in daily life?
A Different Perspective
May be idealistic without practical steps for societal change.
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