Creator Quote by Thiruvalluvar
“If men must beg to live, May the Creator also go wandering and perish.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Thirukkural, Verse 131, 2nd century CE
The verse suggests that those who must beg for existence should not be the only ones to suffer; even the divine may wander and perish.
In simple terms: Even the divine may face hardship if mortals must beg.
Key Takeaway
Recognize mutual vulnerability.
Themes
suffering
divine
human condition
humility
existence
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social welfare
- spiritual contemplation
- philosophical discourse
Key Concepts
philosophical reflection
ethical humility
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to share hardship with the divine?
- How does this shape our view of suffering?
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