Awareness Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““No matter how hard one tries, samadhi (state of inner bliss) cannot be maintained even for a minute, in this worldly life. He is either in intoxication of the ego, or he is in the dozing of the pride. He is in either of them. His work is done if he attains samadhi even for a moment. This is what is called sarvotkrushta santras (highest and the best level of peaceful-result)! [It is the state of] Vitrag (the enlightened one)!””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Discourses of Dada Bhagwan, 1970s
Samadhi is fleeting; one can only glimpse inner bliss briefly before ego or pride returns, yet even a moment of samadhi is the highest peace.
In simple terms: Inner bliss is brief, but a moment of it is supreme peace.
Key Takeaway
Cherish any moment of true peace.
Themes
spirituality
mindfulness
ego
pride
peace
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Meditation practice
- daily stress
- creative work
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Samadhi
Vitrag
transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you honor brief moments of peace?
- What practices help you stay present amid ego?
A Different Perspective
Achieving lasting samadhi may be unrealistic for most; it requires deep discipline.
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