--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Who would have power in his speech that…" description: "\"“Who would have power in his speech that gives results (vachanbud)? It is the one who does not have any worldly desires, even though he may not have at..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/183/dada-bhagwan-31_communication_who-would-have-power-in-his-speech-that_3217200.jpg" --- # Who would have power in his speech that gives results… ![“Who would have power in his speech that gives results (vachanbud)? It is the one who does not have any worldly desires, even though he may not have attained the Self.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/183/dada-bhagwan-31_communication_who-would-have-power-in-his-speech-that_3217200.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/183/dada-bhagwan-31_communication_who-would-have-power-in-his-speech-that_3217200.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/183/dada-bhagwan-31_communication_who-would-have-power-in-his-speech-that_3217200.jpg) > ““Who would have power in his speech that gives results (vachanbud)? It is the one who does not have any worldly desires, even though he may not have attained the Self.”” [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. True power comes from detachment; those without desire achieve lasting impact, even if not yet enlightened. **In simple terms:** Power lies in selflessness. Key Takeaway Cultivate desirelessness for influence. Themes spirituality leadership detachment Mood contemplative inspirational Type philosophical spiritual When to use this quote - leadership - personal growth - spiritual practice Key Concepts selflessness inner peace non-attachment Questions to Reflect On - Can one lead without any desire? - How does desire affect effectiveness? 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