Father Quote by Swami Vivekananda
““The mother and the father are the causes of this body; so a man must undergo a thousand troubles in order to do good to them.””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: The Vedanta Society, 1903
Parents shape us, and we must endure hardships to honor them.
In simple terms: We must face many troubles for parents.
Respect and serve parents despite challenges.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family counseling
- spiritual practice
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance duty and self‑care?
- What ways can you honor parents without self‑harm?
Enduring suffering may not always be necessary.