What has been attained may again be lost. Only when you…
“What has been attained may again be lost. Only when you realise the true peace, the peace you have never lost, that peace will remain with you for it was never away. Instead of searching for what you do not have, find out what is it that you have never lost. That which is there before the beginning and after the ending of everything, to That there is no birth nor death. That Immovable state, which is not affected by the birth and death of a body or a mind, that state you must perceive.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True peace is an unchanging inner state, never lost, and recognizing it ends the futile search for external fulfillment.
In simple terms: Inner peace is always present and unlost.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the ever‑present peace within.
Themes
spirituality
inner peace
non‑attachment
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- Meditation
- daily mindfulness
- stressful situations
- grief
- major life changes
Key Concepts
Advaita Vedanta
self‑realization
impermanence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you notice the constant peace amid turmoil?
- What external pursuits distract you from this awareness?
A Different Perspective
The quote may overlook practical actions needed to address external challenges.