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“Those who look at the surface of the sea must behold the birth and death of the waves, but those who seek the depths of the ocean behold one indivisible mass of water. Similarly, those who acknowledge "life" and "death" are tossed by sorrow, while those who live in the illimitable…” quote by Paramahansa Yogananda
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“Those who look at the surface of the sea must behold the birth and death of the waves, but those who seek the depths of the ocean behold one indivisible mass of water. Similarly, those who acknowledge "life" and "death" are tossed by sorrow, while those who live in the illimitable superconsciousness behold and feel the One Ineffable Bliss.”

Paramahansa Yogananda

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Surface observation of the sea shows waves of birth and death; deeper perception reveals the ocean as a unified whole, mirroring how recognizing life and death leads to sorrow, while embracing superconsciousness yields bliss.

In simple terms: Seeing beyond surface reveals unity and bliss.

Key Takeaway

Seek deeper awareness for inner peace.

Themes

spirituality unity consciousness philosophy

Mood

tranquil hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation practice
  • philosophical study
  • personal crisis
  • creative work

Key Concepts

nonduality mindfulness transcendence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you experience unity daily?
  • What practices foster superconscious awareness?
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