"Obedience is detachment from the self. This is the most radical detachment of all. But what is the self? The self is the principle of reason and responsibility in us. It is the root of freedom, it is what makes us men"
- Bede Griffiths
About this Quote
Bede Griffiths' quote speaks to the importance of obedience and detachment from the self. He recommends that this is the most extreme kind of detachment, as it needs us to step away from our own sense of factor and duty. He defines the self as the principle of reason and duty that lies within us, and is the root of our flexibility. Simply put, it is the self that makes us human and offers us the capability to make our own decisions. By detaching from the self, we have the ability to surrender our own sense of autonomy and instead submit to a greater power. This is a difficult task, however one that can lead to a greater sense of peace and understanding.
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