Hinduism Quote by Jack Kornfield
““Let me end this chapter with an encouraging story. A young man found his way up to the small apartment of Nisargadatta, my old Hindu guru in Bombay, asked him a spiritual question and then left after this one question. One of the regular students then asked, “What will happen to this man? Will he ever become enlightened or will he fall off the path and go back to sleep?” Nisargadatta said, “It’s too late for him! He has already begun. Just the fact that he came up here and asked one question about what is his true nature means that that place in him that knows who he really is has started to wake up. Even if it takes a long, long time, there’s no turning back.””
About This Quote
Source Book: A Path with Heart by Jack Kornfield, 1993
The story illustrates that asking a fundamental spiritual question awakens inner awareness, marking the start of a transformative journey that cannot be undone.
In simple terms: Asking deep questions awakens true self.
Key Takeaway
Ask and awaken.
Themes
spiritual growth
awakening
self inquiry
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- spiritual counseling
- life coaching
- education
- therapy
Key Concepts
nondualism
mindfulness
inner truth
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner question could you ask yourself today?
- How does recognizing the start of a journey change your commitment?
A Different Perspective
Progress may be slow and uncertain, and awakening does not guarantee immediate enlightenment.
