Like the practice of breath control, meditation on the forms of God, repetition of mantras, food restrictions, etc., are but aids for rendering the mind quiescent.
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The best way to meditate is through meditation itself.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Meditation is best learned and understood through direct practice rather than theory.
This quote by Ramana Maharshi highlights the importance of experiential learning when it comes to meditation. It suggests that understanding the process and benefits of meditation can only be truly grasped by engaging in the practice itself, rather than relying solely on concepts or instructions from others.
Themes
MeditationPracticeExperienceWisdomLearning
In practice
Example use cases
A motivational speech on the benefits of meditation.
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