--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: You know the known, so go a little into…" description: "\"You know the known, so go a little into the unknown. The mind that is caught up in the known - extended a little beyond reason. The moment you go beyon..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dff/b-k-s-iyengar-949_bondage_you-know-the-known-so-go-a-little-into-t_1747085.jpg" --- # You know the known, so go a little into the unknown. The… ![“You know the known, so go a little into the unknown. The mind that is caught up in the known - extended a little beyond reason. The moment you go beyond , you move in the soul. Releasing the bondage of your mind to extend further, reach the unknown a little more. The further you go, you realize…” quote by B.K.S. Iyengar](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dff/b-k-s-iyengar-949_bondage_you-know-the-known-so-go-a-little-into-t_1747085.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dff/b-k-s-iyengar-949_bondage_you-know-the-known-so-go-a-little-into-t_1747085.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/dff/b-k-s-iyengar-949_bondage_you-know-the-known-so-go-a-little-into-t_1747085.jpg) > “You know the known, so go a little into the unknown. The mind that is caught up in the known - extended a little beyond reason. The moment you go beyond , you move in the soul. Releasing the bondage of your mind to extend further, reach the unknown a little more. The further you go, you realize that the known is limited and the unknown is vast.” [B.K.S. Iyengar](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/b-k-s-iyengar/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Venturing beyond familiar knowledge expands consciousness, allowing the soul to grow as the mind releases its limits. **In simple terms:** Exploring the unknown deepens understanding. Key Takeaway Embrace uncertainty to grow. Themes growth exploration mindfulness spirituality knowledge unknown Mood inspirational thoughtful Type philosophical motivational When to use this quote - learning new skills - creative problem solving - meditation practice Key Concepts consciousness expansion mental freedom spiritual journey Questions to Reflect On - What fears hold you back from the unknown? - How can you safely expand your comfort zone? 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