And love Quote by Swami Vivekananda
“Get rid of the bondage of body; we have become slaves to it and learnt to hug our chains and love our slavery; so much so that we long to perpetuate it, and go on with "body" "body" for ever. Do not cling to the idea of "body", do not look for a future existence in any way like this one; do not love or want the body, even of those dear to us.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on the Body and Spiritual Freedom, Swami Vivekananda, late 19th century
The quote urges detachment from physical identity, seeing the body as a limiting prison that we mistakenly cherish and perpetuate, and advises seeking liberation beyond material existence.
In simple terms: Detach from the body; seek spiritual freedom.
Key Takeaway
Release attachment to physical identity.
Themes
spirituality
detachment
identity
freedom
Mood
contemplative
serene
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- life‑coaching
- ethical decision‑making
- grief support
Key Concepts
non‑duality
ego
impermanence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you honor the body while transcending its dominance?
- What practices help balance material life with spiritual growth?
A Different Perspective
Physical existence is unavoidable; total rejection may ignore bodily needs.
