Greatness Quote by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda
““Out of many thousands among men, one may endeavor for perfection, and of those who have achieved perfection, hardly one knows Me in truth.””
About This Quote
Source Scripture: Bhagavad Gita commentary, 1972
Perfection is rare; even those who reach it seldom truly understand the divine.
In simple terms: Few achieve perfection and even fewer truly know God.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility and deeper self‑knowledge.
Themes
spirituality
humility
knowledge
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- study of scripture
- ethical living
- teaching others
Key Concepts
Divine truth
self‑realization
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one verify true understanding of the divine?
- What practices deepen self‑knowledge?
A Different Perspective
Perfection may be an illusion without sincere introspection.
