Be proud Quote by Adi Shankara
“Do not be proud of wealth, people, relations and friends, or youth. All these are snatched by time in the blink of an eye. Giving up this illusory world, know and attain the Supreme.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Viveka Chudamani, 8th century
Wealth, relationships, youth are temporary; renounce illusion to seek the Supreme.
In simple terms: Worldly things fade; seek higher truth.
Focus on spiritual goals over material.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- life transitions
- grief
- career changes
- aging
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the "Supreme" mean to you?
- How can you practice detachment daily?
Attachment can cause suffering.