Dwell in peace in the home of your own being, and the Messenger of Death will not be able to touch you.
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The True One was there from time immemorial. _x000D_ He is there today and ever there you will find. _x000D_ He never died nor will he ever die. ... _x000D_ Look within, you will see Him there enshrined.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the eternal nature of the true self or divine presence within each person.
Guru Nanak's quote reflects the belief in a timeless, ever-present divine essence that exists within all individuals. It suggests that by looking inward, one can discover this spiritual reality that has been present throughout history and will continue indefinitely, highlighting the significance of self-exploration and inner reflection in understanding one's connection to the divine.
Themes
EternalDivineInner PeaceSelf-DiscoverySpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a meditation workshop to encourage participants to explore their inner selves.
More from Guru Nanak
All quotes →There is but One God, His name is Truth, He is the Creator, He fears none, he is without hate, He never dies, He is beyond the cycle of births and death, He is self illuminated, He is realized by the kindness of the True Guru. He was True in the beginning, He was True when the ages commenced and has ever been True, He is also True now.
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Build the raft of meditation and self-discipline, to carry you across the river. There will be no ocean, and no rising tides to stop you; this is how comfortable your path shall be.
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See the brotherhood of all mankind as the highest order of Yogis; conquer your own mind, and conquer the world.
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O my heart! Love God as the chatrik loves the rain drops, Who even when fountains are full and the land green, Is not satisfied as long as it cannot get a drop of rain.
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