--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: What is the measure of the fact that one…" description: "\"“What is the measure of the fact that one has realized One's own state as the Self (nijswaroop)? It is in accordance to the saiyam parinaam (resultant ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f84/dada-bhagwan-31_identity_what-is-the-measure-of-the-fact-that-one_1203328.jpg" --- # What is the measure of the fact that one has realized… ![“What is the measure of the fact that one has realized One's own state as the Self (nijswaroop)? It is in accordance to the saiyam parinaam (resultant state free of anger-pride-deceit-greed, attachment and abhorrene) that prevails for One.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f84/dada-bhagwan-31_identity_what-is-the-measure-of-the-fact-that-one_1203328.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f84/dada-bhagwan-31_identity_what-is-the-measure-of-the-fact-that-one_1203328.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f84/dada-bhagwan-31_identity_what-is-the-measure-of-the-fact-that-one_1203328.jpg) > ““What is the measure of the fact that one has realized One's own state as the Self (nijswaroop)? It is in accordance to the saiyam parinaam (resultant state free of anger-pride-deceit-greed, attachment and abhorrene) that prevails for One.”” [Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/dada-bhagwan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Self-realization is measured by freedom from negative emotions and attachments. **In simple terms:** Self‑realization means freedom from negativity. Key Takeaway Cultivate detachment and inner purity. Themes self‑realization freedom non‑attachment inner purity spiritual growth Mood serene focused Type spiritual practical When to use this quote - meditation practice - conflict resolution - personal development - leadership training Key Concepts philosophy psychology spirituality Questions to Reflect On - How can you stay compassionate while unattached? - What practices help dissolve anger and greed? 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