Buddhism Quote by Dada Bhagwan
![“Most difficult is the adharma (non-religion, to do what is unrighteous), the least difficult is dharma (religion, to do what is righteous) and moksha [ultimate liberation] requires no effort.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/588/dada-bhagwan-31_buddhism_most-difficult-is-the-adharma-non-religi_2916944.jpg)
““Most difficult is the adharma (non-religion, to do what is unrighteous), the least difficult is dharma (religion, to do what is righteous) and moksha [ultimate liberation] requires no effort.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Discourses of Dada Bhagwan, 1995
Acting unrighteous is hardest, acting righteous is easy, and ultimate liberation comes without effort.
In simple terms: Righteousness is easy, unrighteousness hard; liberation is effortless.
Key Takeaway
Embrace dharma, release attachment to effort.
Themes
ethics
spirituality
effortlessness
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal conduct
- spiritual practice
- life decisions
Key Concepts
karma
moksha
non-attachment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you align daily actions with dharma?
- What does “no effort” mean in practice?
A Different Perspective
Effortless liberation may still require inner discipline.
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