And as long as you're subject to birth and death, you'll never attain enlightenment

And as long as you're subject to birth and death, you'll never attain enlightenment

Bodhidharma, the legendary Buddhist monk who is credited with bringing Chan Buddhism to China, is often associated with the quote, "And as long as you're subject to birth and death, you'll never attain enlightenment." This statement encapsulates the core teachings of Bodhidharma and the essence of Chan Buddhism.