Forget Quote by Swami Vivekananda
“Forget not that thy marriage, thy wealth, thy life are not for sense-pleasure, are not for thy individual personal happiness.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Parliament of the World's Religions, 1893
Material possessions and personal pleasure are secondary to higher spiritual purpose and duty.
In simple terms: Life's true purpose exceeds wealth and pleasure.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize spiritual duty over personal gain.
Themes
spirituality
duty
materialism
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- marriage
- career
- personal relationships
- financial decisions
Key Concepts
self-transcendence
renunciation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you serve higher purpose without ignoring personal health?
- What balance exists between duty and self‑care?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting personal well‑being can cause burnout.
