--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: It is vikalp (I with wrong belief that ‘I…" description: "\"“It is vikalp (I with wrong belief that ‘I am Chandubhai’) when one gives rise to entanglements himself is vikalp, and sankalp (this is mine) is to dwe..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/bdb/dada-bhagwan-31_belief_it-is-vikalp-i-with-wrong-belief-that-i_2788995.jpg" --- # It is vikalp (I with wrong belief that ‘I am Chandubhai’)… ![“It is vikalp (I with wrong belief that ‘I am Chandubhai’) when one gives rise to entanglements himself is vikalp, and sankalp (this is mine) is to dwell in that entanglement.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/bdb/dada-bhagwan-31_belief_it-is-vikalp-i-with-wrong-belief-that-i_2788995.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/bdb/dada-bhagwan-31_belief_it-is-vikalp-i-with-wrong-belief-that-i_2788995.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/bdb/dada-bhagwan-31_belief_it-is-vikalp-i-with-wrong-belief-that-i_2788995.jpg) > ““It is vikalp (I with wrong belief that ‘I am Chandubhai’) when one gives rise to entanglements himself is vikalp, and sankalp (this is mine) is to dwell in that entanglement.”” [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. Self‑identification with false beliefs creates entanglement; true resolve lies in embracing one’s current state. **In simple terms:** Wrong beliefs trap you; accept reality. Key Takeaway Practice self‑awareness. Themes identity belief attachment Mood contemplative serene Type spiritual philosophical When to use this quote - meditation - decision making - conflict resolution - personal growth Key Concepts spirituality philosophy Questions to Reflect On - What beliefs limit you? - How can you stay present? 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