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The silent monk who dwells on lofty thoughts, Who rejoices little, Who is trained in the ways of silence; To such a one, ever tranquil and mindful, Sorrow comes not.
Source Udâna 4.7 · 📖 Read the full passage
✨ To meditate on today
According to the Udāna, a collection of the Buddha’s inspired sayings, the monk who cultivates silence, nourishes lofty thoughts and is content with little, without chasing excitement, remains peaceful and mindful, and sorrow finds no hold on him. Today, give yourself three moments of real silence, without screens or chatter, and let your mind rest on a luminous thought.
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