When a man dwells on the objects of sense, he creates an attraction for them; attraction develops into desire, and desire breeds anger. -The Dhammapada

 

When a man dwells on the objects of sense, he creates an attraction for them; attraction develops into desire, and desire breeds anger.


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This quote is just one of 11 total The Dhammapada quotes in our collection. The Dhammapada is known for saying 'When a man dwells on the objects of sense, he creates an attraction for them; attraction develops into desire, and desire breeds anger.' as well as some of the following quotes.

Just as a tree, though cut down, can grow again and again if its roots are undamaged and strong, in the same way if the roots of craving are not wholly uprooted sorrows will come again and again.

The Dhammapada

He who knows that this body is like froth, and has learnt that it is as unsubstantial as a mirage, will break the flower-pointed arrow of illusion, and never see the king of death.

The Dhammapada

For hatred does not cease by hatred at any time: hatred ceases by love - this is an old rule.

The Dhammapada

Travel only with thy equals or thy betters; if there are none, travel alone.

The Dhammapada

The traveler has reached the end of the journey! In the freedom of the infinite he is free from all sorrows, the fetters that bound him are thrown away, and the burning fever of life is no more.

The Dhammapada