Born Quote by Sivananda
“Rise above the deceptions and temptations of the mind. This is your duty. You are born for this only; all other duties are self-created and self-imposed owing to ignorance.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Yoga of the Bhagavad Gita, 1975
Recognize that mental temptations are self‑imposed ignorance; duty lies in transcending them.
In simple terms: Mind tricks distract; duty is higher purpose.
Key Takeaway
Rise above mental illusion.
Themes
spirituality
duty
self‑knowledge
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- leadership
- decision making
Key Concepts
mindfulness
ego
ignorance
Questions to Reflect On
- What mental temptations cloud your purpose?
- How can you align actions with higher duty?
A Different Perspective
Self‑imposed duties can mask true purpose.
