Naught is possessed, neither gold, nor land nor love, nor…
“Naught is possessed, neither gold, nor land nor love, nor life, nor peace, nor even sorrow nor death, nor yet salvation. Say of nothing: It is mine. Say only: It is with me.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Material possessions and emotions cannot truly own us; emptiness belongs to us.
In simple terms: Nothing is truly owned.
Embrace inner freedom.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- writing
- minimalist living
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “nothing” mean to you?
- How can you balance desire and freedom?
Complete detachment may be unrealistic.