Birth Quote by Swami Vivekananda
“It is good to love God for hope of reward, but it is better to love God for love's sake; and the prayer goes: O Lord, I do not want wealth nor children nor learning. If it be Thy will, I shall go from birth to birth. But grant me this, that I may love thee without the hope of reward 'love' unselfishly for love's sake.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Parliament of the World's Religions, 1893
Love should be unconditional, not driven by desire for personal gain or future benefits.
In simple terms: Love for love's own sake.
Key Takeaway
Practice selfless love.
Themes
spirituality
ethics
devotion
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- daily conduct
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
philosophy
selflessness
faith
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you love without expecting anything?
- What does selfless love look like in daily life?
A Different Perspective
Human nature often seeks reward, making pure love difficult.
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