When there is no thought. no desire, no ambition, in that…
“When there is no thought. no desire, no ambition, in that state of no-mind truth descends in you - or ascends in you. As far as the dimension of truth is concerned both are the same, because in the world of the innermost subjectivity height and depth mean the same. It is one dimension: the vertical dimension. Mind moves horizontally, no-mind exists vertically. The moment the mind ceases to function - that's what meditation is all about: cessation of the mind, total cessation of the mind - your consciousness becomes vertical; depth and height are yours.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He describes meditation as the cessation of mental activity, leading to a vertical, timeless consciousness where depth and height converge.
In simple terms: Meditation stops the mind, creating a timeless, vertical awareness.
Key Takeaway
Practice mind‑less meditation.
Themes
spirituality
mindfulness
philosophy
consciousness
self‑realization
Mood
calm
introspective
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- retreats
- mindful walking
- breathing exercises
Key Concepts
non‑dualism
inner stillness
vertical dimension
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “vertical consciousness” feel like?
- How can you experience depth without thought?
A Different Perspective
Achieving total mind cessation is challenging.