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“For the powers of our mind, life, and body are bound to their own limitations, and however high they may rise or however widely expand, they cannot rise beyond them. But still, mental man can open to what is beyond him and call down a Supramental Light, Truth, and Power to work in him and do what…” quote by Sri Aurobindo
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“For the powers of our mind, life, and body are bound to their own limitations, and however high they may rise or however widely expand, they cannot rise beyond them. But still, mental man can open to what is beyond him and call down a Supramental Light, Truth, and Power to work in him and do what the mind cannot do. If mind cannot by effort become what is beyond mind, Supermind can descend and transform mind into its own substance.”

Sri Aurobindo

About This Quote

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

Human potential is limited, but a higher consciousness can transcend those limits, bringing new light and power beyond ordinary mind.

In simple terms: Higher consciousness can surpass mental limits.

Key Takeaway

Seek higher awareness to expand capability.

Themes

spirituality potential transcendence

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • creative work
  • leadership
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

Supramental consciousness mind-body integration inner transformation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What practices help access higher consciousness?
  • How can we balance mental effort with spiritual surrender?
A Different Perspective

Achieving higher states may be difficult without guidance.

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