Big things Quote by Rajneesh
“I don't know! Nobody has ever known. Why would Jesus have remained unmarried if he had known the secret? He knew the secret of the kingdom of God, but he did not know the secret of remaining happy in marriage. He remained unmarried. Mahavira, Lao Tzu Chuang Tzu, they all remained unmarried for the simple reason that there is no secret; otherwise these people would have discovered it. They could discover the ultimate - marriage is not such a big thing, it is very shallow - they even fathomed God, but they could not fathom marriage.”
About This Quote
The quote questions that spiritual leaders remained unmarried because marriage is a shallow pursuit compared to deeper spiritual truths, implying no secret to happiness in marriage.
In simple terms: Spiritual leaders stayed single, suggesting marriage isn’t essential for spiritual fulfillment.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that happiness isn’t tied to marital status.
Themes
spirituality
marriage
happiness
loneliness
Mood
reflective
questioning
Type
philosophical
inquisitive
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- spiritual practice
- cultural expectations
Key Concepts
renunciation
materialism
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- Why might spiritual figures choose celibacy?
- Can marriage and spirituality coexist?
A Different Perspective
The argument oversimplifies complex personal choices and cultural contexts.
