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“Marriage and sex and money the only living devils.” quote by Swami Vivekananda
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“Marriage and sex and money the only living devils.”

Swami Vivekananda

About This Quote

Source Lecture: The Power of Faith, 1900

Marriage, sex, and money are portrayed as the only living devils, highlighting material attachments as sources of suffering.

In simple terms: Material ties cause suffering, like devils.

Key Takeaway

Seek spiritual freedom beyond material ties.

Themes

spirituality materialism ethics human suffering

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • financial planning
  • spiritual practice
  • counseling

Key Concepts

attachment theory Buddhist philosophy renunciation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can healthy relationships coexist with spiritual goals?
  • What balance between wealth and virtue?
A Different Perspective

Not all material aspects are inherently negative.

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