Once the egoism has gone (stopped), all the worldly…
““Once the egoism has gone (stopped), all the worldly ‘matter’ of the body-complex [pudgal] are renounced! Where there is egoism, there is my-ness and where there is my-ness, there is a hidden egoism. When ‘Knowledge of the Self’ is attained, egoism and my-ness goes away. Only the dramatic (discharge) ‘egoism’ and ‘my-ness’ will remain.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
When ego dissolves, worldly attachments fade; true self‑knowledge eliminates ego and personal identity.
In simple terms: Ego loss leads to freedom from attachment.
Seek self‑knowledge to transcend ego.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- psychotherapy
- conflict resolution
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What is the role of ego in motivation?
- How to differentiate ego from healthy self‑esteem?
May ignore healthy self‑interest.