Building Quote by Jaggi Vasudev
“To be spiritual means you have cosmic ambitions. You want to know not just the whole creation but the Creator and the source of creation as well. To be material means you have petty ambitions of owning a house - or 10 houses - or a whole apartment building.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Integral Yoga by Jaggi Vasudev, 1995
Spiritual aspiration seeks understanding of the universe and its source, while material ambition focuses on acquiring possessions.
In simple terms: Spiritual seeks meaning; material seeks goods.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on what you truly value.
Themes
spirituality
materialism
ambition
Mood
contemplative
inspired
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- Personal growth
- career decisions
- financial planning
- relationship priorities
Key Concepts
Existential purpose
attachment
desire
Questions to Reflect On
- What does 'cosmic ambition' mean to you?
- How do you balance spiritual and material desires?
A Different Perspective
Material goals can become empty without deeper purpose.
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