Quotes With Meaning
Are the great spiritual teachings really advocating that we fight evil because we are on the side of light, the side of peace? Are they telling us to fight against that other 'undesirable' side, the bad and the black. That is a big question. If there is wisdom in the sacred teachings, there should not be any war. As long as a person is involved with warfare, trying to defend or attack, then his action is not sacred; it is mundane, dualistic, a battlefield situation.
Are the great spiritual teachings really advocating that we fight evil because we are on the side of light, the side of peace? Are they telling us to fight against that other 'undesirable' side, the bad and the black. That is a big question. If there is wisdom in the sacred teachings, there should not be any war. As long as a person is involved with warfare, trying to defend or attack, then his action is not sacred; it is mundane, dualistic, a battlefield situation.
This quote questions whether spiritual teachings truly support the idea of fighting against evil in the name of good. Trungpa suggests that if these teachings hold genuine wisdom, there should be no conflict or warfare. Engaging in combat, whether to defend or attack, detracts from sacredness and instead immerses individuals in a dualistic, mundane mindset. This perspective encourages us to rethink our motivations and actions when faced with challenges in life. Rather than perpetuating cycles of conflict, we should seek understanding and peace. The essence of true spiritual growth lies in transcending these dualities and embracing a more compassionate approach.