Enlightened-one Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““The one with form (sakaar; self) will have to be made formless (nirakaar, Self). The Self is formless. However, opinions about it, reflects the formed state. To have a formed state for that, which is formless, is a contradiction in itself. In order to get rid of the contradiction, one will have to come into the formless intent. ‘We’ (the Gnani) see the formless as formless and we remain in the intent of the formless. To project a shape or form for the Self that is formless is tantamount to chopping off the Self. What a grave mistake is committed!””
About This Quote
Source Spiritual Teaching: Discourses of Dada Bhagwan, 1990s
The Self is inherently formless; trying to define it with form creates a paradox, so one must aim for formless awareness.
In simple terms: The Self has no shape; seeking shape creates conflict.
Key Takeaway
Seek formless awareness.
Themes
spirituality
philosophy
self‑realization
Mood
contemplative
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- philosophical study
- personal introspection
Key Concepts
non‑duality
identity
paradox
Questions to Reflect On
- How does clinging to identity cause suffering?
- What practices help experience formlessness?
A Different Perspective
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