Change Quote by Michael Berg
““means. Kabbalah teaches that we are in this world to transform desire to receive for the self alone into desire to receive for the purpose of sharing, and thereby to achieve oneness with the Creator. Anything negative that happens in this world, whether to an individual or to humanity as a whole, is a manifestation of self-centered desire. The more we are connected to the desire to receive for ourselves, the greater our disconnection from the Light. Self-serving desire is the single barrier that separates us from the Creator. It is the great challenge that we face in our journey of transformation. It is the mountain we must climb and the ocean we must cross. It may surprise you to learn that a positive outcome to this journey is guaranteed. In””
About This Quote
Source Book: Kabbalah teachings by Michael Berg, 2005
The passage explains that personal desire focused on self‑gain creates separation from divine unity, while transforming that desire into sharing aligns us with the Creator and leads to spiritual wholeness.
In simple terms: Self‑centered desire blocks spiritual unity; sharing connects us to the divine.
Key Takeaway
Shift from self‑gain to generosity.
Themes
spirituality
self‑growth
unity
purpose
transformation
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- community service
- ethical decision‑making
- conflict resolution
- counseling
Key Concepts
Kabbalah
self‑transcendence
divine unity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize self‑centered motives in daily life?
- What practices help you cultivate sharing desire?
A Different Perspective
Self‑interest can be deeply ingrained, making change difficult.
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