Body-complex Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““In Dada's language, the pudgal has clung to the Self. The Self has not clung onto the pudgal.””
About This Quote
Source Teaching: Dada Bhagwan’s lectures, 1990
The quote contrasts the attachment of the self to the pudgal (personality) and vice versa, emphasizing non‑attachment.
In simple terms: Self and personality should not cling.
Key Takeaway
Practice non‑attachment.
Themes
spirituality
philosophy
self
attachment
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- daily mindfulness
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Buddhism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one observe thoughts without clinging?
- What benefits arise from non‑attachment?
A Different Perspective
Non‑attachment can be difficult to maintain.
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