The evolution of man is the evolution of his consciousness, and ‘consciousness’ cannot evolve unconsciously. The evolution of man is the evolution of his will, and ‘will’ cannot evolve involuntarily.
G. I. GURDJIEFFPersonality in man is what is “not his own” . . . what come from outside, what he has learned, or reflects, all traces of exterior impressions left in the memory.
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The degree of consciousness corresponds to the degree of density or the speed of vibrations. The denser the matter, the less conscious it is.
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The highest that a man can attain is to be able to do.
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By teaching others you will learn yourself.
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The man has the possibilities of getting free gradually from the mechanical laws.
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Only super-efforts count.
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Remember yourself always and everywhere.
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Every ceremony or rite has a value if it is performed without alteration. A ceremony is a book in which a great deal is written. Anyone who understands can read it. One rite often contains more than a hundred books.
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Time began when you were born. It will end when you die.
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Would a CONSCIOUS human being destroy himself through war, and crime, and quarrels? No, a man simply knows not what he does to himself.
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Believe nothing, not even yourself.
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It is very difficult also to sacrifice one’s suffering. A man will renounce any pleasures you like but he will not give up his suffering.
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Common aim is stronger than blood.
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The first reason for people’s slavery is our ignorance, and above all, our ignorance of ourselves.
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If you want to lose your faith, make friends with a priest.
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Patience is the mother of will.
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