If you give your soul up to anything earthly, whether it…
“If you give your soul up to anything earthly, whether it be the wealth, or the honours, or the pleasures of this world, you might as well hunt after the mirage of the desert or try to collect the mists of the morning, or to store up for yourself the clouds of the sky, for all these things are passing away.”
About This Quote
The passage warns that worldly pursuits are fleeting, likening them to chasing impossible or transient phenomena.
In simple terms: Worldly goals are temporary and elusive.
Key Takeaway
Focus on lasting values over fleeting gains.
Themes
impermanence
spirituality
materialism
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career ambitions
- financial decisions
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
transience
illusion
detachment
Practical Applications
- Spiritual pursuits
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly endures beyond material success?
- How can you balance worldly duties with deeper purpose?
A Different Perspective
be equally fleeting.