Bondage Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““If you take interest in anything that you experience in worldly life, then there will be bondage, whereas if there is no interest at the time of experiencing it, then there will be no bondage. In fact, that is real Purusharth (spiritual effort to progress as the Self).””
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Discourses of Dada Bhagwan, 1990s
Attachment to worldly experiences creates suffering; detachment leads to spiritual freedom.
In simple terms: Clinging causes bondage, letting go frees the self.
Key Takeaway
Practice non‑attachment to daily events.
Themes
spirituality
detachment
freedom
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily interactions
- media consumption
- relationships
- career decisions
Key Concepts
Purusharth
self‑realization
non‑attachment
Questions to Reflect On
- How does letting go change your perception of life?
- Can you experience freedom without disengaging?
A Different Perspective
Non‑attachment may be unrealistic in deep emotional bonds.
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