Self-inquiry is the process and the goal also. ‘I am’ is the goal and the final reality. To hold to it with effort is self-inquiry. When spontaneous and natural it is realization.
RAMANA MAHARSHIRealisation is nothing new to be acquired. It is already there, but obstructed by a screen of thoughts. All our attempts are directed to lifting this screen and then realisation is revealed.
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The normal self is the mind. The mind is with limitations. But pure Consciousness is beyond limitations, and is reached by investigation into the “I.”
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When we turn the mind inwards, God manifests as the inner consciousness.
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The end of all wisdom is love, love, love.
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Surrender is to give oneself up to the original cause of one’s being.
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Is it the world that says I am real, or is it you?
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Guru, God and Self are One.
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Grace is ever present. All that is necessary is that you surrender to it.
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Meditation depends upon the strength of mind. It must be unceasing even when one is engaged in work. Particular time for it is meant for novices.
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I Am’ is the name of God, God is none other than the Self.
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There is nothing so simple as being the Self. It requires no effort, no aid. One has to leave off the wrong identity and be in his (her) eternal, natural, inherent state.
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Self-reform automatically brings about social reform.
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You are all searching for the silence of the mountain. But you’re looking for something outside. This silence is accessible to you right now, inside the center of your own being.
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The life of action need not be renounced. If you meditate for an hour or two every day you can then carry on with your duties. If you meditate in the right manner then the current of mind induced will continue to flow even in the midst of your work.
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Peace is your natural state. It is the mind that obstructs the natural state.
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Silence is also conversation.
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