Bad karma Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““Where there is kashayas (attachment-abhorrence, anger-pride-deceit-greed), there is no religion (Path of Doing Bad Karma). Where there are fewer kashayas, there is religion (Path of Doing Good Karma). Path free of kashayas is moksha (Pure Path).””
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Teachings of Dada Bhagwan, 1990s
Attachment fuels negative actions; reducing it leads to virtuous conduct and ultimate liberation.
In simple terms: Less attachment, more virtue, freedom.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate detachment to achieve peace.
Themes
spirituality
ethics
liberation
karma
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- ethical decision making
- conflict resolution
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
attachment
karma
moksha
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize and release personal attachments?
- What actions reflect a karmic path?
A Different Perspective
Detachment alone may not address systemic injustice.
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