In this world, if you like anything other than the Self…
““In this world, if you like anything other than the Self (The Soul), it becomes vishaya – object of pleasure. From the moment you consider it worthy of liking; the veils of ignorance build up. And so you can never see its offensiveness.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Attachment to anything beyond the self creates illusion and blinds one to its true nature.
In simple terms: Loving objects clouds judgment.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑centered awareness.
Themes
spirituality
attachment
ignorance
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- relationship counseling
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
non‑duality
illusion
self‑realization
Questions to Reflect On
- How does desire distort perception?
- What practices reveal the self beyond objects?