- Zen Buddhist Proverb
What is enlightenment? In a nutshell it was "a philosophical movement of the 18th century, characterized by belief in the power of human reason and by innovations in political, religious, and educational doctrine". - Dictionary.com
I think that what the proverb is telling us is that whether or not we have attained an enlightened state per the above definition, the basic human needs remain the same.
That's very true and always will be :)
ReplyDeleteHi Linda .. in simple terms - life doesn't change much does it .. we all need shelter and love ... as well as wood to chop and water to carry ...
ReplyDeleteSuch a good quote - cheers Hilary
I like your take on the proverb:~)
ReplyDeleteAlso, the picture is really cool. I like the mosaic look.
"whether or not we have attained an enlightened state - the basic human needs remain the same."
ReplyDeleteYes, indeed!
Babs- Yes, some things never change.
ReplyDeleteHilary- Human needs are always the same no matter how enlightened we become.
Sara- Thank you! I like playing around with pictures...change things up sometimes.
Meleah- Yeah, the basic necessities.