Buddhist Quotes
Here are our Top inspirational & motivational Buddhist Quotes:
Zen Koan Case 23: Hui-neng Neither Good nor Evil
THE CASE The Sixth Ancestor was pursued by Ming the head monk as far as Ta-yü Peak. The teacher, seeing Ming coming, laid the robe and bowl on a rock and said, “This robe represents the Dharma. There should be no fighting over it. You may take it back with you.” Ming tried to lift it up, but it was as immovable as a mountain.
Zen Koan Case 16: Yun-men: The sound of the Bell
THE CASE Yün-men said, “See how vast and wide the world is! Why do you put on your seven-piece robe at the sound of the bell?” WU-MEN’S COMMENT All you Zen students, training in the Way, don’t be victimized by sounds; don’t follow up on forms. You may have realization on hearing a sound or enlightenment on seeing a form—that’s natural. But don’t you know
There are only two mistakes one can make…
If you are looking for motivation to start or get going again, this quote reminds us that there are only two mistakes: not starting and not going all the way! If you have been thinking and have not started Or perhaps hit a block, challenge and stopped along the way, Pick yourself up today & start again. “There are only two mistakes one can make
Zen Koan Case 18 What is Buddha?
THE CASE A monk asked Tung-shan, “What is Buddha?” Tung-shan said, “Three pounds of flax.” WU-MEN’S COMMENT Old Man Tung-shan attained something of clam-Zen. He opened the two halves of his shell a bit and exposed his liver and intestines. Be that as it may, tell me: where do you see Tung-shan? WU-MEN’S VERSE Thrusting forth “three pounds of flax!” The words are intimate, mind
Zen Koan Case 19 What is Tao?
Nan-ch’üan: “Ordinary mind is the Tao.” Chao-chou asked Nan-ch’üan, “What is the Tao?” Nan-ch’üan said, “Ordinary mind is the Tao.” Chao-chou asked, “Should I try to direct myself toward it?” Nan-ch’üan said, “If you try to direct yourself you betray your own practice.” Chao-chou asked, “How can I know the Tao if I don’t direct myself?” Nan-ch’üan said, “The Tao is not subject to knowing
My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.
“My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.” Dalai Lama Why Kindness? There are a lot of things going on in this world right now, right? Well, a lot of these people who are going through these things are trying to embrace kindness. We don’t want anyone to feel as if they are not respected, We can try to spread kindness with everyone we
If there is no solution to the problem then don’t waste time worrying about it
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If you think you are too small to make a difference
Many times we think what can one person can do OR what can I do? How ever small, Each one of us can make a difference! “If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito” Dalai Lama If you are still not sure, remember a time when someone did something simple, small and it brought a smile on
We are shaped by our thoughts; We become what we think
This quote is based on a verse by Buddha that what we are is the result of what we have thought: it is founded on our thoughts. 80,000 of our thoughts are negative so its important be mindful and make an effort to have a positive mindset. If you are waking up and struggling to get going, start your day with a Positive Quotes like
Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day
I am sure that you all have heard of the Dalai Lama, right? Well, today we have another quote by him. This quote wants to explain to us that no matter how small it is, having a positive thought or two about your day will help make it even better. Let’s say you have a big test tomorrow and you are super nervous about it.
Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck
When we don’t get what we want, mostly we feel bad. But if we go back and look at the same situation, often we will find that things worked out. It might have been a blessing that led to something else. Every situation, challenge, person we encounter in our life is there for a reason; it helps us grow. Tibetans have a saying that we
In order to carry a positive action we must develop here a positive vision
If we want to be positive, optimistic and make the change. It starts with a goal and developing a vision. If we can imagine it, write it down, read it often and remind ourselves with time and work we can bring the change. What we think is what we do, Positive thoughts will lead to positive actions. Start your day with a positive thought, read
Calm mind brings inner strength
How to be Calm? Often we think about meditation and associate it with Spirituality. However one of first benefits meditation brings is health benefits. Helping us to relax, reduce stress and anxiety are some of first benefits we can notice. Learn and practice simple techniques of breathing meditation to be Calm. Calm mind brings inner strength and self-confidence, so that’s very important for good health
Do not let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace.
So easily and so many times we let things that happen around us during the day destroy our Peace. In a second if someone says something we don’t like or negative our face tenses and from a smile we go to being angry. Let’s take this quote as a reminder to not let anything destroy our peace. Combine this quote with Reflecting & Repeating the
Do not avoid the responsibility of your actions
“Do not avoid the responsibility of your actions.” Dalai Lama Hello readers! Once again, we have another inspiring and meaningful quote by the Dalai Lama. No one wants to be in trouble, right? And to be honest, I know that a lot of people have lied to try and get out of trouble at some point. Although it may get you out of whatever punishment
Silence is sometimes the best answer
Sometimes we get into arguments that are not meaningful, and they aren’t a good use of our time. Perhaps when someone is being difficult, irrational or foolish, Dalai Lama tells us to acknowledge their feelings but don’t respond. Sometimes people need to “vent” or just let all their feelings almost just blow out of them to make them calm again. “Silence is sometimes the best
People take different roads seeking fulfillment and happiness
We all seek and desire happiness. Everything we do is to be happy. What makes us happy, what we choose to become happy varies based on our interests, upbringing. For some its food, for some travel, for others its shopping or gadgets. Everything if we look at we do is so we can be fulfilled and happy. While we easily choose what is right for
We need to learn to want what we have, not to have what we want
We need to learn to want what we have, not to have what we want, in order to get stable and steady happiness. His Holiness The Dalai Lama We have a quote by the Dalai Lama. We always want to have the newest or best device or something in the world, right? But if we got a new phone a couple months ago that works
When you realize you’ve made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.
“When you realize you’ve made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.” Dalai Lama Today we have a quote by the Dalai Lama. in case you did not know, there have so far been 14 Dalai Lamas. Our current Dalai lama is the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people as well. Dalai Lama always encourages positivity, kindness, as well as forgiveness. We should all
Choose to be optimistic, it feels better.
Choose to be optimistic, it feels better. Dalai Lama Today we have a quote on topic of being Optimistic by the Dalai Lama. I feel as though when I do quotes on positivity, or optimistic theme, I feel more connected. Also, when I do a quote by the Dalai Lama my responses are much more natural and I find easier to write. So expect a
Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.
Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible. Dalai Lama There has been some day in your life where you have felt sad or discouraged, right? On a daily basis someone we interact with people who may be having a bad day and they may not be nice to us. No matter the situation and even if someone gets angry at us and how badly
Happiness is not something ready-made
Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions. Dalai Lama Today, we have a quote from Dalai Lama. It’s talking about Happiness. Let’s pause and reflect, Is happiness that we all seek outside or is it within us? If you take the right actions and make the right decisions then it can be within us. Can we buy happiness? The answer is
Every morning we are born again
Every morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most. Buddha (Visited 535 times, 1 visits today)
Drop by drop is the water pot filled
“Drop by drop is the water pot filled. Likewise, the wise man, gathering it little by little, fills himself with good.” Buddha Think not lightly of evil, saying, “It will not come to me.” Drop by drop is the water pot filled. Likewise, the fool, gathering it little by little, fills himself with evil. Buddha in Dhammapada A reminder to us by Buddha that a
Be your own Light
When Buddha was departing his disciples asked to who will be their teacher now? Who will guide them? How will we achieve enlightenment without Buddha’s help? The Buddha’s last famous words were, “Be your own light.” The truth is the light. beliefnet.com With the Light we all have power to use our abilities to help others and every time we do so we are helping
Light a Lamp and Brighten the path
“If you light a lamp for someone else, it will also brighten your own path.” Buddhist theme When Buddha was departing his deciples asked to who will be their teacher now? Who will guide them? How will we achieve enlightenment without Buddha’s help? The Buddha’s last famous words were, “Be your own light.” The truth is the light. beliefnet.com This quote is not directly from