All happiness comes from awareness. The more we are conscious the deeper the joy. Acceptance of pain, non-resistance, courage and endurance - these open deep and perennial sources of real happiness, true bliss.
Sri Nisargadatta MaharajRead
Leave greatness to others. Become so small that no one can see you. This conviction results from growing devotion to the supreme reality.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes humility and the idea of transcending ego by diminishing one's personal pride and desires.
Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj's quote suggests that true greatness lies not in the pursuit of accolades or recognition, but in the dissolution of the self and the ego. By becoming small and unnoticeable, one can focus on deeper spiritual truths and align more closely with the supreme reality, allowing for genuine understanding and devotion to emerge.
Themes
HumilityEgoDevotionSpiritualityGreatness
In practice
Example use cases
In a meditation class, one might share this quote to illustrate the importance of selflessness.
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