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“If there is a God, it is inconceivable that he would be concerned about my day to day affairs.” quote by Gautama Buddha
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“If there is a God, it is inconceivable that he would be concerned about my day to day affairs.”

Gautama Buddha

About This Quote

Source Sutra: Dhammapada, Verse 5

If a deity existed, it would be beyond personal concerns, making daily human affairs irrelevant to a divine being.

In simple terms: God, if existent, wouldn't care about daily life.

Key Takeaway

Consider the limits of divine concern.

Themes

theology philosophy existentialism

Mood

contemplative skeptical

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • ethical decision‑making
  • interfaith dialogue

Key Concepts

divine detachment human agency spiritual humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you find comfort in a distant deity?
  • How does this affect moral responsibility?
A Different Perspective

Assumes a specific view of divinity that may not be universal.

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