Civility Quote by Dada Bhagwan
![“Civility must be a natural thing; all the rest is considered etiquette. The path of moksha [ultimate liberation] means there must be simplicity. There should be no ‘ghosts of etiquette’ there.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/621/dada-bhagwan-31_civility_civility-must-be-a-natural-thing-all-the_2951334.jpg)
““Civility must be a natural thing; all the rest is considered etiquette. The path of moksha [ultimate liberation] means there must be simplicity. There should be no ‘ghosts of etiquette’ there.””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Teachings of Dada Bhagwan, 2010
True civility is natural; etiquette is artificial. Moksha requires simplicity, free from pretentious social rules.
In simple terms: Civility is innate; etiquette is learned.
Key Takeaway
Seek simplicity for true liberation.
Themes
civility
spirituality
freedom
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily interactions
- personal meditation
- community living
Key Concepts
moksha
simplicity
social constructs
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice natural civility at work?
- What habits create “ghosts of etiquette”?
A Different Perspective
Simplicity may clash with societal expectations.
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