Ignorance Quote by Dada Bhagwan
![“If you remain in the state of ‘I am Pure Soul’, then despite activities, you are inactive (non-doer) and if [your belief is] ‘I am Chandubhai’, then even if you are sleeping and snoring away, you are active (doer).” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/70d/dada-bhagwan-31_ignorance_if-you-remain-in-the-state-of-i-am-pure_394081.jpg)
““If you remain in the state of ‘I am Pure Soul’, then despite activities, you are inactive (non-doer) and if [your belief is] ‘I am Chandubhai’, then even if you are sleeping and snoring away, you are active (doer).””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Spiritual Teachings of Dada Bhagwan, 1995
Identity based on self‑concept determines activity; seeing oneself as pure leads to passivity, while a worldly identity fuels action.
In simple terms: How you see yourself shapes your deeds.
Key Takeaway
Align self‑image with purposeful action.
Themes
identity
action
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
motivational
Type
spiritual
practical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- habit formation
- mindfulness practice
- volunteering
Key Concepts
self‑concept
doer vs non‑doer
Questions to Reflect On
- What identity do you adopt in daily life?
- Does labeling yourself limit potential?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex motivations behind behavior.
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