Belief Quote by Dada Bhagwan
![“One comes back [reborn] as a son because of harmony with us [from the past life] and one comes back as a son also because of enmity [vengeance from the past life], [but] needlessly arises the illusion [wrong belief] that ‘they are mine...they are mine’.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e2f/dada-bhagwan-31_belief_one-comes-back-reborn-as-a-son-because-o_1081151.jpg)
““One comes back [reborn] as a son because of harmony with us [from the past life] and one comes back as a son also because of enmity [vengeance from the past life], [but] needlessly arises the illusion [wrong belief] that ‘they are mine...they are mine’.””
About This Quote
Source Spiritual Teaching: Discourses of Dada Bhagwan, 1990s
The quote explains that rebirth as a son can stem from both harmonious and hostile past‑life connections, yet clinging to ownership is a false illusion.
In simple terms: Rebirth can be due to harmony or enmity, but believing others belong to us is a delusion.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and release the illusion of possession.
Themes
rebirth
attachment
illusion
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family relationships
- spiritual practice
- conflict resolution
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
karma
self‑identity
attachment
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the belief that others are “mine” affect your relationships?
- What practices help dissolve attachment?
A Different Perspective
The concept of ownership may be culturally specific and not universally accepted.
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