Generosity Quote by Swami Vivekananda
“That which is selfish is immoral, and that which is unselfish is moral.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Raja Yoga by Swami Vivekananda, 1896
Selfishness is ethically wrong, while selflessness is ethically right, highlighting a moral dichotomy.
In simple terms: Selfish = bad, selfless = good.
Key Takeaway
Practice selflessness.
Themes
ethics
morality
selfhood
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- community service
- leadership decisionsethical decision making
Key Concepts
Altruism
egoism
virtue ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance self-care with selflessness?
- When does selflessness become self‑destruction?
A Different Perspective
Selflessness can be exploited or misunderstood.
