Religion is very easy and whoever overburdens himself in his religion will not be able to continue in that way. So you should not be extremists, but try to be near to perfection and receive the good tidings that you will be rewarded.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Religion should be easy; overburdening oneself leads to failure, so aim for balance and seek reward.
- In plain terms
- Don't make religion too hard; stay balanced and you’ll be rewarded.
- What can you take from it?
- Practice religion moderately to sustain it.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What practices feel excessive for you?
- How can you simplify your spiritual routine?
Another view
What is “easy” can differ among individuals.
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