Giving Quote by Bernadette Roberts
“Once beyond the self, however, holiness is no longer possible, because now, there is nothing left to give and no-one left to do the giving.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Life of the World to Bernadette Roberts, 1975
Holiness ends when the self dissolves, leaving no giver and no act of giving.
In simple terms: Spiritual self‑loss ends giving.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the role of self in compassion.
Themes
spirituality
self‑transcendence
giving
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- meditative practice
- spiritual counseling
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
mysticism
self‑nullification
Questions to Reflect On
- Can compassion exist without a personal self?
- How does self‑loss affect moral responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Even without a self, moral action may still arise from universal compassion.
