Freedom Quote by Dada Bhagwan
![“To whom should you surrender? The one who takes the responsibility for you right till the ‘end’ (moksha, the ultimate liberation). Surrender to the one who is tatharoop [attained the highest spiritual state]. Surrender to the one whom you consider a ‘Virat Purush’ [magnificent human being]…” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/91e/dada-bhagwan-31_freedom_to-whom-should-you-surrender-the-one-who_871900.jpg)
““To whom should you surrender? The one who takes the responsibility for you right till the ‘end’ (moksha, the ultimate liberation). Surrender to the one who is tatharoop [attained the highest spiritual state]. Surrender to the one whom you consider a ‘Virat Purush’ [magnificent human being], otherwise there is no point of surrendering.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Discourses of Dada Bhagwan, 1970s
Surrender only to a fully realized, selfless teacher who embodies ultimate liberation, not to any ordinary person.
In simple terms: Give up to a truly enlightened guide.
Key Takeaway
Seek guidance from a genuine spiritual master.
Themes
spirituality
devotion
guidance
Mood
reverent
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- seeking guru
- personal crisis
- spiritual practice
- life decisions
Key Concepts
moksha
virat purush
selfless service
Questions to Reflect On
- Who truly embodies the highest spiritual state?
- How can you discern genuine realization?
A Different Perspective
If the teacher lacks true realization, surrender may lead to disillusionment.
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