This quote suggests that atheism, according to Vedanta philosophy, is not simply the disbelief in a divine entity or God. Instead, it refers to the disbelief in our own inner divinity or the potential greatness of our soul. The ‘glory of our own soul’ here can be understood as our inherent worthiness, potential for growth and self-realization.
Vedanta philosophy posits that each individual has an aspect of divinity within them – a spark of universal consciousness or a higher self – often referred to as Atman. This Atman is seen as pure, perfect and immortal. Not recognizing this inner divinity equates to denying one’s own spiritual nature which is considered atheistic according to Vedanta.
In today’s world, this idea could be applied by encouraging individuals towards self-belief and personal development. In essence, it asks us not just to believe but also recognize and harness the inherent power within us – whether it’s creativity, intelligence or resilience – rather than looking externally for validation or support.
Many people tend to underestimate their abilities due to external factors such as societal pressures and expectations or internal factors like fear of failure and low self-esteem. This perspective from Vedanta encourages us all not only believe in ourselves but also strive towards realizing our full potential.
In terms of personal development too, acknowledging one’s inherent value can fuel growth on multiple levels: physical health through respect for one’s body; emotional well-being via acceptance and understanding; intellectual growth through continuous learning; social improvement by fostering positive relationships; spiritual growth via introspection & meditation etc.
Therefore this quote serves as a reminder that recognizing & believing in oneself isn’t just about egoistic pride but about appreciating one’s innate worthiness & working towards fulfilling one’s true potential.