This is my simple religion. There is no need for temples; no need for complicated philosophy. Our own brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True religion is internal kindness and heart, not external temples or complex philosophy.
- In plain terms
- Your mind and heart are the temple; kindness is the philosophy.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on inner kindness rather than external rituals.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a practice spiritual for you?
- Is kindness enough as a philosophy?
Another view
Some find value in structured rituals and community temples.
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