Fitness Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““Talks about the Self (Atma) and absolute Self (Parmatma) have no strain of worldly interactions in them. The Lord (Mahavira) has referred to that as silence.””
About This Quote
Source Talk: Spiritual Teachings, Dada Bhagwan, 1998
Silence reflects the pure, non‑worldly nature of the Self, beyond material concerns.
In simple terms: Silence shows the true self beyond worldly ties.
Key Takeaway
Seek inner silence to know the true self.
Themes
spirituality
self
silence
Mood
contemplative
calm
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation retreats
- personal reflection
- spiritual study
Key Concepts
nonduality
inner peace
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate silence?
- What does “absolute self” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Silence may be difficult to maintain in daily life.
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