God is all-full. He is self-contained. He is eternal satisfaction.
SIVANANDAPain, sorrow, ignorance are all illusory; they cannot live. Bliss, joy, knowledge are true; they cannot die.
More Sivananda Quotes
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Life is a series of awakenings.
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The harder the struggle, the more glorious the triumph. Self-realization demands very great struggle.
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Crave for a thing, you will get it. Renounce the craving, the object will follow you by itself.
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The human intellect has not been able to conceive of anything more noble and sublime in the history of the world than the teachings of the Upanishads.
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When all desires of heart die, mortal man becomes Immortal.
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Humility is not cowardice. Meekness is not weakness. Humility and meekness are indeed spiritual powers.
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Arrogance is a mixture of impertinence, disobedience, indiscipline, rudeness, harshness, and a self-assertive nature.
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When you have succeeded in enshrining God within your heart, you will see Him everywhere.
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Change the mind, and you can change the body.
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Eradicate self-justification. Then alone can you annihilate your ego.
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Why do you read many books? The great book is within your heart. Open the pages of this inexhaustible book, the source of all knowledge. You will know everything.
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An ounce of practice is worth a ton of theory!
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The language of silence is the language of God, the language of silence is the language of the heart.
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Love beautifies the giver and elevates the receiver.
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Patient and regular practice is the whole secret of spiritual realization. Do not be in a hurry in spiritual life. Do your utmost, and leave the rest to God.
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