Consciousness Quote by Adi Da
“Be Consciousness (Itself)- Contemplate Consciousness (Itself)- Transcend Everything in Consciousness (Itself).”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Way of the Heart, Adi Da, 1975
Consciousness is the foundation; by observing and transcending it, one can move beyond all mental constructs.
In simple terms: Observe consciousness, then go beyond it.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate deep awareness.
Themes
spirituality
self‑realization
transcendence
Mood
peaceful
inquisitive
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- spiritual retreats
- daily reflection
- creative work
Key Concepts
non‑duality
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does observing consciousness change daily life?
- What does “transcending” feel like?
A Different Perspective
May be abstract for beginners; risk of intellectualizing.
![“[When nature appears complicated:] The moment we contemplate it as it is, and attain a position from which we can take a commanding view, though but of a small part of its plan, we never fail to recognize that sublime simplicity on which the mind rests satisfied that it has attained the truth.” quote by John Herschel](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c0b/john-herschel-18983_complicated_when-nature-appears-complicated-the-mome_203650.jpg)
![“[The lion] began to contemplate me with a kind of quiet premeditation, like that of a slow-witted man fondling an unaccustomed thought.” quote by Beryl Markham](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ad2/beryl-markham-6709_contemplate_the-lion-began-to-contemplate-me-with-a_193009.jpg)
