--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Many priests and employees at temples…" description: "\"Many priests and employees at temples work for pay. No one should judge religion on the basis of the shortcomings of such workers. We should frame suit..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/3ab/mata-amritanandamayi-1026_bases_many-priests-and-employees-at-temples-wo_3164488.png" --- # Many priests and employees at temples work for pay. No one… ![“Many priests and employees at temples work for pay. No one should judge religion on the basis of the shortcomings of such workers. We should frame suitable rules and regulations for preventing them from falling prey to material temptations. The true guiding spirits of religion are those who engage…” quote by Mata Amritanandamayi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/3ab/mata-amritanandamayi-1026_bases_many-priests-and-employees-at-temples-wo_3164488.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/3ab/mata-amritanandamayi-1026_bases_many-priests-and-employees-at-temples-wo_3164488.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/3ab/mata-amritanandamayi-1026_bases_many-priests-and-employees-at-temples-wo_3164488.png) > “Many priests and employees at temples work for pay. No one should judge religion on the basis of the shortcomings of such workers. We should frame suitable rules and regulations for preventing them from falling prey to material temptations. The true guiding spirits of religion are those who engage in selfless service while dedicating their entire lives to attaining the vision of God.” [Mata Amritanandamayi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/mata-amritanandamayi/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. True spirituality is defined by selfless service, not by the material motives of some religious workers. **In simple terms:** Selfless service defines true religion. Key Takeaway Cultivate selfless service. Themes religion ethics service Mood reflective inspirational Type ethical spiritual When to use this quote - temple administration - community outreach - personal practice - faith leadership Key Concepts materialism spiritual integrity selflessness Questions to Reflect On - How can institutions guard against materialism? - What does selfless service look like in daily life? 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