Where there are kashays (anger-pride-deceit-greed), there…
““Where there are kashays (anger-pride-deceit-greed), there is worldly life. As long as anger-pride-deceit-greed exist; one is a sansaari [living a worldly life] regardless of whether one is an ascetic or a family man. And where anger-pride-deceit-greed are absent, one is regarded as being asansaari [non-worldly], be he an ascetic or a family man.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The presence of ego‑driven emotions defines a life entangled in material concerns, while their absence frees a person from worldly attachments regardless of social role.
In simple terms: Ego‑driven emotions bind us to worldly life; their loss liberates us.
Freedom from worldly ties requires transcending anger, pride, deceit, and greed.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- seeking inner peace
- renouncing materialism
- navigating family responsibilities
- pursuing spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Practical Applications
- mindfulness meditation
- ethical self‑inquiry
Questions to Reflect On
- How do these emotions manifest in daily decisions?
- Can one be non‑worldly while remaining socially engaged?