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.
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All will come through, not a single soul (jiva) shall be lost.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote implies that all beings will ultimately find their way to understanding and enlightenment.
Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj expresses a profound assurance that everyone, regardless of their current condition or struggles, will eventually awaken to their true nature and find peace. It emphasizes the inherent worth of every soul and the belief in a universal journey toward realization, suggesting that no one is beyond redemption or lost in the grand scheme of existence.
Themes
SoulEnlightenmentJourneyUniversalRedemption
In practice
Example use cases
During a meditation retreat, one might share this quote to inspire participants to trust in their spiritual journey.
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Do not neglect this body. This is the house of God; take care of it, only in this body can God be realized.
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