The Oath of The Vayuputras (Shiva Trilogy #3)

by Amish Tripathi

‘Often, our immediate reaction to a sudden crisis helps us save ourselves. Our response to gradual crises that creep up upon us, on the other hand, may be so adaptive as to ultimately lead to self-destruction.’

Comfort zone

weak people never admit that they are responsible for their own state. They always blame either circumstances or others.

Ati sarvatra varjayet. Excess should be avoided; excess of anything is bad.

It is attachment that makes people forget not only their moral duties but even who they really are.’

The purpose is not the destination but the journey itself. Only those who understand this simple truth can experience true happiness.’

‘Rather than the destination it is the journey that lends meaning to our lives, great Neelkanth. Being faithful to our path will lead to consequences, both good as well as evil.

‘There are times when reason does not work, and peaceful efforts prove inadequate. Violence is ultimately the last resort. This is the way it has always been. The world will, perhaps, never be any different.’

Last resort