Ahimsa Quote by Swami Vivekananda
“These practices - non-killing, truthfulness, non-stealing, chastity, and non-receiving - are to be practised by every man, woman, and child; by every soul, irrespective of nation, country, or position.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Ethical Living, 1896
Universal ethical practices—non‑killing, truth, non‑stealing, chastity, non‑receiving—should be embraced by all humanity.
In simple terms: All people should follow these five moral principles.
Key Takeaway
Adopt these universal virtues in daily life.
Themes
ethics
universalism
spirituality
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
prescriptive
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- community service
- education curricula
Key Concepts
non‑violence
integrity
self‑discipline
detachment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate non‑stealing into modern work?
- What challenges arise when practicing chastity today?
A Different Perspective
Cultural differences may affect interpretation of these practices.
