Anger Quote by Veda
““O Indra, destroy all those lustful people behaving like birds… angry ones behaving like wolves… greedy ones behaving like vultures… enticed ones behaving like owls… arrogant ones behaivng like eagles and the jealous ones behaving like dogs.””
About This Quote
Source Script: Rig Veda, Book 1, Hymn 164, 1500‑1200 BC
The verse lists human vices as animal metaphors, urging the deity to eradicate these negative traits.
In simple terms: It calls out selfish and arrogant behaviors, likening them to predatory animals.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and curb destructive habits.
Themes
morality
self‑control
spirituality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- ethical reflection
- spiritual practice
- community leadership
Key Concepts
Vedic symbolism
animal metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- Which of these traits do you see in yourself?
- How can you transform them into virtues?
A Different Perspective
Such allegories may oversimplify complex human motivations.
