Celibacy Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““What is called a vishaya (involvement in worldly subjects and sense pleasures)? It is that in which the mind, speech and body become one with. If one does not become engrossed with mind-speech-body, it is called nirvishaya (without any sense pleasure).””
About This Quote
The passage defines worldly involvement as the mind, speech, and body uniting in pleasure, and its absence as a state free from such pleasures.
In simple terms: Worldly involvement ties mind, speech, body to pleasure; its lack is freedom from pleasure.
Recognize the link between mental focus and sensory desire.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your focus on sensory pleasure affect your actions?
- Can you experience peace without desire?
Pursuing detachment may be challenging in daily life.