Extremes Quote by Criss Jami
“The 2 extremes, neither one worse than the other: the result of bad religion is self-loathing and violence; the result of bad spirituality is self-worship and narcissism.”
About This Quote
Bad religion breeds self‑hatred and aggression; bad spirituality breeds egoism and self‑obsession.
In simple terms: Religion and spirituality can become harmful when taken to extremes.
Key Takeaway
Seek balanced belief systems.
Themes
religion
spirituality
psychology
ethics
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- community building
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
extremism
self‑concept
violence
narcissism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one practice spirituality without ego?
- What safeguards prevent religious dogma?
A Different Perspective
Extremes may oversimplify complex faith experiences.
![“There is a need for the ‘relative religion’. It is needed for the purpose of [spiritual] development, until the “Real” [religion of the Self] is attained. [Until then] The intellect increases as one gets beaten and bashed around (suffers), and as the intellect increases, the inner burning and…” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/deb/dada-bhagwan-31_freedom_there-is-a-need-for-the-relative-religio_1563128.jpg)
![“For whom is the religion of the Self [Atma Dharm] for? It is for the one who is not blinded or dazzled by anyone. Why should one fear anyone? If one is afraid of anyone, he is considered to be blinded.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e2f/dada-bhagwan-31_buddhism_for-whom-is-the-religion-of-the-self-atm_736355.jpg)
![“Religion of the Self [Soul] is that where no difficulty or trouble arises for anyone or any living being of ‘our’ own accord.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ca8/dada-bhagwan-31_identity_religion-of-the-self-soul-is-that-where_3109508.jpg)
