No matter how wise a person is, but that is still an…
““No matter how wise a person is, but that is still an attribute of the non-Self, isn't it? And if one becomes attached to the attributes of the non-Self, then he has become attached to the non-Self!!””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The quote suggests that even wisdom is an attribute of the ego, and clinging to it reinforces attachment to the self.
In simple terms: Wisdom is still part of the ego; attachment to it binds us to the self.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and release attachment to any attribute.
Themes
ego
attachment
self
wisdom
Mood
contemplative
reflective
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- self‑inquiry
- daily interactions
- teaching
- counseling
Key Concepts
non-self
attachment
spiritual insight
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing an attribute as non‑self change your relationship to it?
- Can you observe wisdom without identifying with it?
A Different Perspective
Attachment may persist despite intellectual understanding.