Advice Quote by Sri Guru Granth Sahib
“He seeks no advice when He builds; He seeks no advice when He destroys. He seeks no advice while giving or taking. He alone knows His Creative Power; He Himself does all deeds. He beholds all in His Vision. He gives to those with whom He is pleased.”
About This Quote
Source Sacred Text: Guru Granth Sahib, 1604–1708
The verse asserts that divine action is autonomous, beyond human counsel, and that the Divine alone orchestrates all deeds and grants blessings selectively.
In simple terms: Divine acts alone, without human advice.
Key Takeaway
Trust divine wisdom, not human counsel.
Themes
divine autonomy
spiritual sovereignty
trust
humility
faith
Mood
reverent
contemplative
Type
scriptural
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- spiritual practice
- leadership
- creative projects
- granting blessings
Key Concepts
theism
self‑sufficiency
vision
creative power
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern when to seek counsel versus trusting inner guidance?
- What role does humility play in recognizing divine authority?
A Different Perspective
Human advice may be limited, but divine will can be inscrutable.
