Good’ and ‘bad’ (right and wrong) are (thoughts) based on…
““Good’ and ‘bad’ (right and wrong) are (thoughts) based on the intellect [buddhi]. Stay away from it and keep anasakatayog [state devoid of attraction/attachment]. What is the nature of the ‘Soul’ (Our Real Self)? ‘Anasakta’ [devoid of attraction/attachment]. ‘You’ also become ‘Anasakta’ by your (inherent) nature.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He explains that concepts of good and bad arise from intellect; true freedom comes from a state free of attachment, revealing the soul’s nature.
In simple terms: Good/bad are mental constructs; freedom is detachment.
Practice non‑attachment.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- ethical decisions
- self‑inquiry
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you notice attachment?
- What does detachment feel like?
May be hard to maintain in daily life.