Atoms Quote by Ibn Ata Allah
“Whenever there remains any support for the ego within, even if it be only an atom's weight, then you are pretentious and have a devil who leads you astray.”
About This Quote
Source Hadith: Collection of Imam Ibn Ata Allah al-Iskandari, 13th century
Even a tiny ego can lead to pretentiousness and moral misdirection.
In simple terms: Small ego can cause big moral errors.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and self-awareness.
Themes
ego
pretentiousness
morality
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal development
- spiritual practice
- leadership
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
spiritual self‑control
inner conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize subtle ego in yourself?
- What practices help keep ego in check?
A Different Perspective
Ego is not always harmful; context matters.
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