Being selfish Quote by Gautama Buddha
“To be selfish, greedy and unwilling to help the needy gives rise to future starvation and clothlessness.”
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Buddhist teachings, 5th century BCE
Selfishness and greed lead to societal neglect, causing future scarcity and suffering for those in need.
In simple terms: Greed harms everyone.
Key Takeaway
Practice generosity and compassion.
Themes
compassion
social responsibility
ethical living
Mood
empathetic
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- community service
- charitable giving
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
Buddhist ethics
interdependence
poverty alleviation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies reduce greed?
- What actions can you take to help the needy?
A Different Perspective
Addressing systemic inequality requires structural change, not just individual generosity.
