Enlightenment quotes

Welcome to our collection of quotes on Enlightenment. This category explores the pursuit of knowledge, self-realization, and spiritual awakening. Enlightenment is often associated with gaining deep insight, understanding, and clarity about oneself, others, and the world. It represents a state of being where ignorance is replaced by wisdom, and the individual experiences a profound shift in consciousness.

Throughout history, many great thinkers, philosophers, and spiritual leaders have shared their thoughts on enlightenment. These quotes offer invaluable wisdom and inspiration on the path to self-discovery and personal growth. Whether you are seeking guidance, motivation, or a deeper understanding of life, this collection is designed to illuminate your journey towards enlightenment.

Enlightenment encompasses a wide range of topics, including mindfulness, meditation, spirituality, and the exploration of the inner self. The quotes in this category touch upon various aspects of human existence, from the nature of consciousness to the interconnectedness of all things. They encourage us to question our assumptions, let go of attachments, and embrace a more enlightened way of living.

As you browse through these quotes, may they ignite a spark within you, prompting reflection and introspection. We hope this collection serves as a source of inspiration, guiding you towards a greater understanding of yourself and the world around you. Embrace the wisdom contained within these quotes and embark on your personal journey towards enlightenment.

I don't read for amusement, I read for enlightenment. I do a lot of reviewing, so I have a steady assignment of reading. I'm also a judge for the Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards, which gives awards to literature and nonfiction.
Paul Halmos
Paul Halmos
Influential Mathematician & Educator
The joy of suddenly learning a former secret and the joy of suddenly discovering a hitherto unknown truth are the same to me - both have the flash of enlightenment, the almost incredibly enhanced vision, and the ecstasy and euphoria of released tension.
D.T. Suzuki
D.T. Suzuki
Pioneer of Zen Buddhism in the West
We have two eyes to see two sides of things, but there must be a third eye which will see everything at the same time and yet not see anything. That is to understand Zen.
Margaret Bondfield
Margaret Bondfield
British Politician
Broadly speaking, I learned to recognize sin as the refusal to live up to the enlightenment we possess: to know the right order of values and deliberately to choose the lower ones: to know that, however much these values may differ with different people at different stages of spiritual growth, for one's self there must be no compromise with that which one knows to be the lower value.
D.T. Suzuki
D.T. Suzuki
Pioneer of Zen Buddhism in the West
Zen opens a man's eyes to the greatest mystery as it is daily and hourly performed; it enlarges the heart to embrace eternity of time and infinity of space in its every palpitation; it makes us live in the world as if walking in the garden of Eden
D.T. Suzuki
D.T. Suzuki
Pioneer of Zen Buddhism in the West
We do not realize that as soon as our thoughts cease and all attempts at forming ideas are forgotten the Buddha reveals himself before us.
D.T. Suzuki
D.T. Suzuki
Pioneer of Zen Buddhism in the West
Enlightenment is like everyday consciousness but two inches above the ground.
D.T. Suzuki
D.T. Suzuki
Pioneer of Zen Buddhism in the West
One has not understood until one has forgotten it.
D.T. Suzuki
D.T. Suzuki
Pioneer of Zen Buddhism in the West
Personal experience, therefore, is everything in Zen. No ideas are intelligible to those who have no backing of experience.
D.T. Suzuki
D.T. Suzuki
Pioneer of Zen Buddhism in the West
We teach ourselves; Zen merely points the way.
D.T. Suzuki
D.T. Suzuki
Pioneer of Zen Buddhism in the West
Zen approaches it from the practical side of life-that is, to work out Enlightenment in life itself.