--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: What is the whole world under the control…" description: "\"“What is the whole world under the control of? Gnanis (enlightened ones) are under the control of the Gnan (absolute knowledge), and the world is under..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ecc/dada-bhagwan-31_gnani-purush_what-is-the-whole-world-under-the-contro_416528.jpg" --- # What is the whole world under the control of? Gnanis… ![“What is the whole world under the control of? Gnanis (enlightened ones) are under the control of the Gnan (absolute knowledge), and the world is under the control of kashayas, meaning anger-pride-deceit-greed. A greedy person is preoccupied in greed kashaya, a proud man in pride kashaya, a…” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ecc/dada-bhagwan-31_gnani-purush_what-is-the-whole-world-under-the-contro_416528.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ecc/dada-bhagwan-31_gnani-purush_what-is-the-whole-world-under-the-contro_416528.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ecc/dada-bhagwan-31_gnani-purush_what-is-the-whole-world-under-the-contro_416528.jpg) > ““What is the whole world under the control of? Gnanis (enlightened ones) are under the control of the Gnan (absolute knowledge), and the world is under the control of kashayas, meaning anger-pride-deceit-greed. A greedy person is preoccupied in greed kashaya, a proud man in pride kashaya, a deceitful person in deceit kashaya.”” [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. The quote explains that the universe is governed by three forces: enlightened knowledge, and the three negative impulses of anger, pride, deceit, and greed, which dominate human behavior. **In simple terms:** World is ruled by knowledge and three negative impulses. Key Takeaway Recognize and transcend the three kashayas. Themes spirituality psychology ethics Mood reflective serene Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - personal growth - conflict resolution - leadership - self‑awareness Key Concepts Kashaya Gnan human nature Questions to Reflect On - How do you see these impulses influencing your decisions? - Can awareness of kashayas change your actions? 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