6 Quotes & Sayings By Edward Conze

Edward Conze, born in Germany, was a Buddhist scholar and a prominent interpreter of the Pali Canon in the English language. He was a close friend of Joseph Campbell and was a leading authority on the life and works of Mahabodhi.

Abide not with dualism, Carefully avoid pursuing it; As soon...
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Abide not with dualism, Carefully avoid pursuing it; As soon as you have right and wrong, Confusion ensues, and Mind is lost. (172) Edward Conze
Try not to seek after the true Only cease to...
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Try not to seek after the true Only cease to cherish opinions. (172) Edward Conze
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One in AllAll in One--If only this is realized, No more worry about your not being perfect (175) Edward Conze
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One should therefore not rely on mere words, but everywhere search for the intention behind them. (121) Edward Conze
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The Buddha-nature which is ours from the very beginning is like the sun which emerges from the clouds, or like a mirror which, when rubbed, regains its original purity and clarity. (217) Edward Conze