Meditation Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““If one can exactly see the world ‘as it is’; if one can exactly see the ‘relative’ and the ‘real’, it is shukladhyan (Internal state that renders the constant awareness of ‘I am pure Soul’).””
About This Quote
Source Book: Discourses of Dada Bhagwan, 1970s
Seeing reality clearly separates illusion from truth, leading to pure self‑awareness.
In simple terms: Clear vision reveals true self.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner clarity.
Themes
self‑knowledge
spirituality
perception
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- daily reflection
- decision making
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
non‑duality
mindfulness
consciousness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you test your perceptions for bias?
- What practices help maintain clarity?
A Different Perspective
Achieving perfect perception is practically impossible; biases persist.
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