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Unselfishness is God. One may live on a throne, in a…

“Unselfishness is God. One may live on a throne, in a golden palace, and be perfectly unselfish; and then he is in God. Another may live in a hut and wear rags, and have nothing in the world; yet, if he is selfish, he is intensely merged in the world.” quote by Swami Vivekananda
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“Unselfishness is God. One may live on a throne, in a golden palace, and be perfectly unselfish; and then he is in God. Another may live in a hut and wear rags, and have nothing in the world; yet, if he is selfish, he is intensely merged in the world.”

Swami Vivekananda

About This Quote

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

True selflessness aligns with divine unity; material status doesn’t determine spiritual depth.

In simple terms: Selflessness equals unity with God.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility over materialism.

Themes

selflessness spirituality equality

Mood

contemplative humble

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • charitable work
  • social service
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

philosophy religion ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you be selfless without losing self?
  • How does material comfort affect your spirituality?
A Different Perspective

Self‑sacrifice may be exploited.

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