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According to kabbalistic teaching, the origin of all…

“According to kabbalistic teaching, the origin of all negativity is the desire to receive for ourselves alone. This self-serving desire, in any of its countless forms, cuts us off from the Light, distances us from the Creator, and makes true fulfillment impossible. To the extent we are connected to…” quote by Michael Berg
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““According to kabbalistic teaching, the origin of all negativity is the desire to receive for ourselves alone. This self-serving desire, in any of its countless forms, cuts us off from the Light, distances us from the Creator, and makes true fulfillment impossible. To the extent we are connected to this desire, we are disconnected from the essence of the Creator. Yet””

Michael Berg

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Self‑centered desire creates separation from spiritual fulfillment and the divine.

In simple terms: Selfish desire blocks spiritual connection.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate selfless giving.

Themes

spirituality selfishness fulfillment

Mood

contemplative inspirational

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • materialism
  • personal ambition
  • religious practice

Key Concepts

kabbalah ego divine connection

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you reduce selfish cravings?
  • What practices foster selfless love?
A Different Perspective

Self‑lessness may be impractical in survival contexts.

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