Possession Quote by Eckhart Tolle
““The word Being explains nothing, but nor does God. Being, however, has the advantage that it is an open concept. It does not reduce the infinite invisible to a finite entity. It is impossible to form a mental image of it. Nobody can claim exclusive possession of Being. It is your very essence, and it is immediately accessible to you as the feeling of your own presence, the realization I am that is prior to I am this or I am that. So it is only a small step from the word Being to the experience of Being.””
About This Quote
Source Book: A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle, 2005
The concept of “Being” points a limitless, ineffable essence that cannot be fully captured by language, yet it is directly experienced as self‑presence.
In simple terms: Being is an endless, felt presence beyond words.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and rest in your immediate sense of presence.
Themes
spirituality
identity
consciousness
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- personal reflection
- therapy
- creative work
Key Concepts
nondualism
phenomenology
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you notice your sense of presence in routine moments?
- What practices help you experience Being beyond thought?
A Different Perspective
The abstract nature of Being may make it hard to apply concretely in daily decisions.
