--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Relation with another man or a woman…" description: "\"“Relation with another man or a woman, other than one’s own husband or a wife, is a direct cause for a life in hell.”\" — Dada Bhagwan" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/fc7/dada-bhagwan-31_another-man_relation-with-another-man-or-a-woman-oth_2835462.jpg" --- # Relation with another man or a woman, other than one’s own… ![“Relation with another man or a woman, other than one’s own husband or a wife, is a direct cause for a life in hell.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/fc7/dada-bhagwan-31_another-man_relation-with-another-man-or-a-woman-oth_2835462.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/fc7/dada-bhagwan-31_another-man_relation-with-another-man-or-a-woman-oth_2835462.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/fc7/dada-bhagwan-31_another-man_relation-with-another-man-or-a-woman-oth_2835462.jpg) > ““Relation with another man or a woman, other than one’s own husband or a wife, is a direct cause for a life in hell.”” [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. Extramarital relations cause suffering and a hellish existence. **In simple terms:** Infidelity leads to suffering. Key Takeaway Avoid relationships outside marriage. Themes morality spirituality relationships Mood serious reflective Type spiritual philosophical When to use this quote - marriage counseling - ethical decisions - spiritual practice - personal reflection Key Concepts karma ethical conduct life consequences Questions to Reflect On - What defines a 'hellish' life? - How do beliefs shape moral choices? 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