--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I am Pure Soul’, that intent is pure…" description: "\"“I am Pure Soul’, that intent is pure intent, and that indeed is absolute humility [param vinaya].”\" — Dada Bhagwan" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f5f/dada-bhagwan-31_humility_i-am-pure-soul-that-intent-is-pure-inten_2147867.jpg" --- # I am Pure Soul’, that intent is pure intent, and that… ![“I am Pure Soul’, that intent is pure intent, and that indeed is absolute humility [param vinaya].” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f5f/dada-bhagwan-31_humility_i-am-pure-soul-that-intent-is-pure-inten_2147867.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f5f/dada-bhagwan-31_humility_i-am-pure-soul-that-intent-is-pure-inten_2147867.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f5f/dada-bhagwan-31_humility_i-am-pure-soul-that-intent-is-pure-inten_2147867.jpg) > ““I am Pure Soul’, that intent is pure intent, and that indeed is absolute humility \[param vinaya\].”” [Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/dada-bhagwan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Pure intent defines true humility; acting from a place of purity is the highest virtue. **In simple terms:** Pure intent equals humility. Key Takeaway Act from pure intention. Themes humility intent spirituality Mood contemplative inspirational Type spiritual philosophical When to use this quote - meditative practice - conflict resolution - leadership - personal development Key Concepts ethical purity selflessness inner peace Questions to Reflect On - How do you ensure your intentions remain pure? - Can purity be measured? 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