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 means that make one qualified for enquiry are meditation, yoga, etc. One should gain proficiency in these through graded practice and thus secure a stream of mental modes that is natural and helpful.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Engaging in practices like meditation and yoga cultivates the mind for deeper inquiry and understanding.
This quote by Ramana Maharshi emphasizes the importance of developing one's mental faculties through structured practices such as meditation and yoga. By systematically improving these skills, individuals can achieve a state of mind that is both natural and conducive to insightful exploration and inquiry.
Themes
MeditationYogaPracticeMindfulnessInquiry
In practice
Example use cases
During a wellness workshop, one might quote this to highlight the importance of mental practices.
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