Arrow Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““The fault is not of the one shooting an arrow, it is the fault of the one who is hit by the arrow. The fault will be of the one shooting the arrow, when he gets caught. For now, the one who is hit by the arrow, is caught.””
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Teachings of Dada Bhagwan, 1990s
Responsibility lies with the actor, not the victim; consequences follow the initiator.
In simple terms: The shooter is ultimately responsible.
Key Takeaway
Own your actions.
Themes
responsibility
cause and effect
justice
Mood
thoughtful
instructive
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal accountability
- legal judgments
Key Concepts
agency
karma
accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- Who is truly at fault in a conflict?
- How can we shift focus from victims to actors?
A Different Perspective
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