Karmas Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““Where there is (consideration for) merit karma and demerit karma; true religion is indeed not present there. There is no merit or demerit karma in true religion. True religion is where merit and demerit karma are considered worthy of abandonment and that which is worthy of acceptance is one’s Self-form.””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Spiritual Teachings of Dada Bhagwan, 1995
True religion transcends concepts of merit and demerit; it focuses on abandoning egoic judgments and embracing the self.
In simple terms: Religion is beyond good/bad labels, focusing on self‑realization.
Key Takeaway
Seek inner truth beyond moral judgments.
Themes
spirituality
ego
self‑realization
morality
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- ethical decision making
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
Key Concepts
non‑duality
detachment
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you let go of judgment?
- What does self‑acceptance mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Hard to apply abstract ideas in everyday life.
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