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Vairâgya or renunciation is the turning point in all the…

“Vairâgya or renunciation is the turning point in all the various Yogas. The Karmi (worker) renounces the fruits of his work. The Bhakta (devotee) renounces all little loves for the almighty and omnipresent love. The Yogi renounces his experiences, because his philosophy is that the whole Nature…” quote by Swami Vivekananda
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““Vairâgya or renunciation is the turning point in all the various Yogas. The Karmi (worker) renounces the fruits of his work. The Bhakta (devotee) renounces all little loves for the almighty and omnipresent love. The Yogi renounces his experiences, because his philosophy is that the whole Nature, although it is for the experience of the soul, at last brings him to know that he is not in Nature, but eternally separate from Nature. The Jnâni (philosopher) renounces everything, because his philosophy is that Nature never existed, neither in the past, nor present, nor will It in the future.””

Swami Vivekananda

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

Renunciation varies across yogic paths, each rejecting different attachments to realize separation from nature.

In simple terms: Let go to discover self.

Key Takeaway

Practice detachment.

Themes

spirituality renunciation philosophy

Mood

contemplative inspirational

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • meditation retreats
  • daily mindfulness
  • ethical choices

Key Concepts

yoga self‑realization

Questions to Reflect On

  • What attachment hinders your growth?
  • How can you practice renunciation today?
A Different Perspective

Hard to apply in modern life.

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