Every living being is driven by his mind; the mind makes…
““Every living being is driven by his mind; the mind makes him ‘do’ things and till the end of the intellect, there is nothing but botheration. God has no doer-ship in it at all. God has no doer-ship in intellect; His doer-ship is in Knowledge (Knowing) only.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The mind drives all actions; intellect is merely restless thought, while divine agency resides only in true knowledge, not in mental activity.
In simple terms: Mind fuels action; God acts through knowledge alone.
Key Takeaway
Divine power is knowledge, not mental effort.
Themes
mind-body duality
spiritual agency
knowledge vs intellect
determinism
theology
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
aphorism
spiritual insight
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- spiritual contemplation
- philosophical debate
- ethical reasoning
Key Concepts
mind
intellect
God
knowledge
Practical Applications
- mindfulness practice
- theological education
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing knowledge as divine influence behavior?
- Can intellect be freed from restless agitation?