Brahma Quote by Devdutt Pattanaik
““Brahma splits Brahmanda into three parts: me, mine and what is not mine. This is Tripura, the three worlds.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Myth = and the World, Devdutt Pattanaik, 2015
Dividing existence into self, possessions, and the unknown reflects the three realms of reality.
In simple terms: Life splits into me, mine, and what isn’t mine.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and respect the three aspects of being.
Themes
identity
ownership
philosophy
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
curious
Type
mythological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- self-awareness
- materialism
- existential inquiry
Key Concepts
metaphysics
cultural myth
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “what is not mine” mean to you?
- How can you integrate these three parts?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on division can fragment unity.
