Brightness Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““If one sides with pickpockets by saying, ‘what’s wrong with what he is doing? He doesn’t have any food so of course he’ll pick pockets!’ Now even when he is not a pickpocket himself, by supporting such actions, he will become a pick pocket in his next life. The poor man, although he makes the mistake in ignorance (in darkness, within), the price he will pay in brightness [that can be seen with 5 senses, the outer world].””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Spiritual Discourse, 1995, India
Justifying wrongdoing for survival leads to moral compromise; even indirect support can bind one to the same sin in future lives.
In simple terms: Excusing bad actions for need creates karmic debt.
Key Takeaway
Avoid rationalizing harm; act ethically despite hardship.
Themes
ethics
karma
complicity
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- poverty
- business decisions
- political policies
- personal choices
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
social responsibility
spiritual consequences
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you support harmful acts without direct involvement?
- What ethical standards guide you in tough situations?
A Different Perspective
Context may demand nuance; not all actions are black and white.
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