Arise Quote by Rajneesh
“Greed arises only because your present moment is empty, and to live in an empty moment hurts very much. To forget it you project greed into the future, thinking that tomorrow things are going to be better, a lottery is going to open in your name. But of course you have to wait for tomorrow, it cannot be just now - and tomorrow never comes. All that comes is always the present moment, which is empty. Greed is because we don't know how to live the present moment in its total richness.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: The Art of Living, 1995
Greed fills an empty present moment; we project hope to future.
In simple terms: Empty present leads to greed, seeking future relief.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate present‑moment richness to reduce greed.
Themes
mindfulness
greed
presence
future
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- therapy
- goal setting
Key Concepts
spiritual fulfillment
psychology of desire
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you experience fullness now?
- What practices anchor you in the present?
A Different Perspective
Greed can also arise from societal pressure, not just emptiness.
