Given Quote by Idries Shah
“If you give what can be taken, you are not really giving. Take what you are given, not what you want to be given. Give what cannot be taken.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sufis, 1964
True generosity means accepting what is given, not demanding what you desire, and offering what cannot be taken away.
In simple terms: Give what you can’t lose, accept what you receive.
Key Takeaway
Practice selfless giving.
Themes
generosity
acceptance
inner peace
Mood
thoughtful
philosophical
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- relationships
- charity
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
self‑transcendence
ethical behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you give without losing anything?
- How do you handle unmet expectations?
A Different Perspective
Hard to apply when resources are scarce.
