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“I am what I am, and what I am is always due to him; whatever in me or in my words is good and true and eternal came to me from his mouth, his heart, his soul. Sri Ramakrishna is the spring of this phase of the earth's religious life, of its impulses and activities. If I can show the world one…” quote by Swami Vivekananda
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“I am what I am, and what I am is always due to him; whatever in me or in my words is good and true and eternal came to me from his mouth, his heart, his soul. Sri Ramakrishna is the spring of this phase of the earth's religious life, of its impulses and activities. If I can show the world one glimpse of my Master, I shall not have lived in vain.”

Swami Vivekananda

About This Quote

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

He attributes all goodness and truth in himself to his Master, seeing his teachings as the source of his spiritual life and purpose.

In simple terms: All good in me comes from my Master.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and honor the source of your inspiration.

Themes

spirituality gratitude humility

Mood

reverent reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • public speaking
  • personal reflection
  • teaching
  • spiritual guidance

Key Concepts

Divine inspiration teacher‑student relationship

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance personal agency with reverence for your teacher?
  • What practices help you stay grounded while honoring your source?
A Different Perspective

May overlook personal effort, attributing all outcomes to external influence.

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