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“Meditation upon the unknown Thought He thought was real meditation. No, meditation is not and cannot be On any thought. Meditation is a conscious withdrawal From the thought-world. Meditation is the place Where Reality, Divinity and Immortality Can each claim their own Perennial existence-light.” quote by Sri Chinmoy
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“Meditation upon the unknown Thought He thought was real meditation. No, meditation is not and cannot be On any thought. Meditation is a conscious withdrawal From the thought-world. Meditation is the place Where Reality, Divinity and Immortality Can each claim their own Perennial existence-light.”

Sri Chinmoy

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

True meditation is not about focusing on any particular thought; it is a conscious withdrawal from the thought‑world, allowing reality, divinity, and immortality to be experienced.

In simple terms: Meditation means stepping back from thoughts to encounter deeper reality.

Key Takeaway

Step back from thoughts to access deeper truth.

Themes

mindfulness spirituality inner stillness

Mood

calm reflective serene

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily meditation
  • mindful walking
  • quiet contemplation
  • spiritual retreats

Key Concepts

conscious withdrawal perennial existence divine presence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What thoughts do you notice when you try to withdraw?
  • How can you gently guide attention without force?
A Different Perspective

It can be hard to quiet the mind, especially for beginners.

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