Beads Quote by Swami Vivekananda
“We must always remember that God is Love. "A fool indeed is he who, living on the banks of the Ganga, seeks to dig a little well for water. A fool indeed is the man who, living near a mine of diamonds, spends his life in searching for beads of glass." God is that mine of diamonds. We are fools indeed to give up God for legends of ghosts or flying hobgoblins. It is a disease, a morbid desire.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda, 1900s
True fulfillment comes from recognizing divine love, not chasing material or mythical pursuits.
In simple terms: Seek divine love, not empty quests.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize spiritual connection over worldly distractions.
Themes
spirituality
contentment
materialism
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- religious practice
- ethical decision making
- life purpose
- overcoming addiction
Key Concepts
Divine love
illusion
attachment
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “God is Love” mean in your daily life?
- How do you distinguish genuine spiritual practice from superstition?
A Different Perspective
Human tendency to seek tangible symbols can distract from deeper truth.
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