Quote by Bhagavad Gita

Just as a fire is covered by smoke and a mirror is obscured by dust, just as the embryo rests deep within the womb, wisdom is hidden by selfish desire.

Just as a fire is covered by smoke and a mirror is obscured

Summary

This quote indicates that wisdom is often concealed behind our own selfish desires and temptations. It draws a parallel to how a fire becomes obscured by smoke or a mirror becomes dull with dust. Similarly, wisdom remains hidden from us when we are preoccupied with satisfying our own ego-driven needs. The analogy implies that in order to uncover wisdom and gain true knowledge, one must let go of selfish desires and cultivate a mindset of selflessness and openness.

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