Body Quote by Eknath Easwaran
“As the web issues out of the spider, As plants sprout from the earth, As hair grows from the body, even so, The sages say, this universe springs from, The deathless Self (the Supreme Soul), the source of life.”
About This Quote
Source Spiritual Text: The Bhagavad Gita (translation), Eknath Easwaran, 1985
The universe originates from an eternal, divine self, mirroring natural cycles of growth and renewal.
In simple terms: All life springs from an eternal divine source.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the divine source within all things.
Themes
spirituality
cosmology
interconnectedness
growth
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- nature walks
- study of scripture
- creative expression
Key Concepts
eternal self
source of life
universal unity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing a divine source affect your actions?
- In what ways do you see this unity in everyday life?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across cultures and philosophies.
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