When one makes the mind stick to one thought, the mind becomes rock-steady and the energy is conserved.
RAMANA MAHARSHIEven the structure of the atom has been found by the mind. Therefore the mind is subtler than the atom. That which is behind the mind, namely the individual soul, is subtler than the mind.
More Ramana Maharshi Quotes
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Wanting to reform the world without discovering one’s true self is like trying to cover the world with leather to avoid the pain of walking on stones and thorns. It is much simpler to wear shoes.
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If the ego rises, all else will also rise; if it subsides, all else will also subside.
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All that one gives to others one gives to one’s self. If this truth is understood, who will not give to others?
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Forgetfulness of your real nature is true death; remembrance of it is rebirth.
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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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The source of the ego is God.
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The fact is that you are not the body. The Self does not move but the world moves in it. You are only what you are.
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The degree of freedom from unwanted thoughts and the degree of concentration on a single thought are the measures to gauge spiritual progress.
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Happiness is your nature. It is not wrong to desire it. What is wrong is seeking it outside when it is inside.
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A higher power is leading you; be led by the same. It knows what to do and how to do it.
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Our identification with the mind and body is the chief reason for our failure to know our self as we truly are.
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Let knowledge be guessed by the sign of equality to all beings.
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Realisation 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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Grace is ever present. All that is necessary is that you surrender to it.
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When the mind is left without anything to cling to, it becomes still.
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