The example is given herein that the perfect yogī can…
““The example is given herein that the perfect yogī can overcome a deathblow although it is offered by the laws of nature. It is useless for a demon to beat the transcendental body of the Lord with a powerful mace, for no one can surpass His prowess. Those who are advanced transcendentalists are freed from the laws of nature, and even a deathblow cannot act on them. Superficially it may be seen that a yogī is attacked by a deathblow, but by the grace of the Lord he can overcome many such attacks for the service of the Lord. As the Lord exists by His own independent prowess, by the grace of the Lord the devotees also exist for His service.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A truly devoted yogi, empowered by divine grace, can transcend even lethal attacks that would normally be fatal.
In simple terms: Divine grace lets a true yogi survive fatal blows.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate devotion to gain divine protection.
Themes
spirituality
divine grace
transcendence
devotion
Mood
reverent
hopeful
serene
Type
scriptural
philosophical
When to use this quote
- ritual practice
- meditation
- service to deity
- facing danger with faith
Key Concepts
yoga
karma
theology
immortality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does divine grace change your view of personal effort?
- What responsibilities arise from believing you are invincible?
A Different Perspective
Even with grace, physical limits remain; reliance on divine aid may reduce personal agency.