If the goal is to realize the Supreme Being, you should…
“If the goal is to realize the Supreme Being, you should become egoless. That requires self-effort. The sadhak should work hard. He should pray sincerely for the removal of the negative tendencies. This prayer is not to achieve anything or to fulfill any desires. It is to go beyond all achievements. It is to transcend all desires.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Realizing the divine requires letting go of ego through sincere effort and prayer, aiming beyond personal desire and achievement.
In simple terms: Let go of ego, work hard, pray without selfish aims.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate selflessness and disciplined practice.
Themes
spirituality
self‑transcendence
discipline
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
teaching
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Daily meditation
- volunteer service
- personal counseling
- seeking a teacher
Key Concepts
Ego dissolution
devotional practice
inner purification
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice self‑effort without seeking reward?
- What habits keep you attached to outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Ego‑centred goals can undermine true self‑effort.