4000 Years Old Quotes That Completely Changed My Worldview
5 ancient quotes that cleared the way when I was stuck
Following the tales of the sages and mystics that lived in the east I stumbled through some ancient treasures that were written thousands of years ago. Scriptures full of insights that changed not only how I viewed the world but also how I lived and they say when the student is ready, the teacher appears. I sure gained a lot of insights along the way and maybe it’s your time to start the journey. The universe has aligned everything for you so that at this exact time you may also taste some of the wisdom of the ancient. If you are reading this then chances are that you are ready for it so take a deep breath and let’s dive in.
These are just 5 of the most influencing quotes on my passing journey through life
1# From TAO TE CHING
Through the course of Nature
muddy water becomes clear
Through the unfolding of life
man reaches perfection
Through sustained activity
that supreme rest is naturally found. § TAO TE CHING §
This is a very deep message that reveals the secret of the universe. All is heading toward perfection, things arise and fall, everything goes through cycles but ultimately it all settles down to its own perfect place. That’s the true nature of this reality. So let go. Resisting the flow of life will only disturb the heart. Rest in your own fullness and let your life be in the hands of god and god will never let you down. He will guide you to your own perfection as you completely surrender to him. So no matter what’s happening in your life right now stop resisting it, accept it as it is and know that it is too a step toward perfection. Never lose hope in god.
2# From TAO TE CHING
Who knows what fate may bring —
One day your loss may be your fortune.
One day your fortune may be your loss.
You never know what the universe may bring. So don’t resist your life situation. You cannot know the outcome in the long run, maybe that difficulty will be the reason why you succeed in life. Maybe that coincidence is what brought you together with a good friend. So live without jugement accepting fully what happens in the present moment. Know that perception is reality, so whatever happens in your life believe that it is for the best and see the difference. Now every difficulty is seen as an opportunity, and now you lead a life of peace and contentment.
3# From The Dhammapada
With a quiet mind
Come into that empty house,
Your heart,
And feel the joy of the way beyond the world.
Look within,
The rising and the falling.
What happiness!
How sweet to be free!
The whole universe is found inwards, true wisdom, absolute knowledge is within. Within lies your true potential, the truth to who you are. Explore that dimension, go within and be free. In the sacred space of your heart, that’s the dwelling place. That’s where all the questions are answered. Rest in your own fullness. The inner is the foundation of the outer, so be a master of your inner state and you have gained true wisdom. Meditate daily even when practicing daily activities and see how your life changes for the better.
4# From the Dhammapada
By day the sun shines,
And the warrior in his armor shines.
By night the moon shines,
And the master shines in meditation.
But this day and night
The man who is awake
Shines in the radiance of the spirit
True beauty is the beauty of the soul, so in all your actions be pure, awaken to your inner truth and shine in this world of illusion. You then become the light that shows the way for the lost souls. Help others as you advance in your way an you’ll never miss the chance of getting help when you need it.
5# From THE DHAMMAPADA
How easy it is to see your brother’s faults,
How hard it is to face your own.
You winnow his in the wind like chaff,
But yours you hide,
Like a cheat covering up an unlucky throw.
Dwelling on your brother’s faults
Multiplies your own.
Whatever you put your focus on, you attract in your life. So stop looking for people’s mistakes to hide yours. Focus fully on yourself and break the illusion you are living in. Be mindful of everything in the present moment and get to know yourself. Only then you can find the truth and be a better person. Break free from the illusion and stop running away because at the end of the day death catches with us all.
