Clutch Quote by Velupillai Prabhakaran
“All human suffering springs from unbridled desire. Unless one extricates oneself from the clutch of greed, one will not free himself from the fetters of sorrow.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Thirukkural (Tamil classic) by Thiruvalluvar, 5th century CE
Desire and greed bind people to suffering; liberation comes from renouncing attachment.
In simple terms: Desire causes suffering; letting go frees you.
Cultivate detachment to reduce sorrow.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- political leadership
- financial decisions
- mental health
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What desires cause you the most pain?
- How can you practice detachment daily?
Renunciation may be impractical in modern consumer societies.