Infinite universe Quote by Jul 01 2013 Kevin Mc N on Good reads
““Om. Poornamatha Poornamitham Poornatpoornamudachyathe Poornasya Poornamathaya Poornamevavasishyathe Om Shaanthi! Shaanthi! Shaanthihi! -(The peace chant from Brahadaranyaka) Translated by Sankaracharya as:- "Om. That (Brahman) is infinite, and this (Universe) is infinite. The infinite proceeds from the infinite. (Then) taking the infinitude of the infinite (universe), it remains as the infinite (Brahman) alone." The author's translation:- "All this is full, all that is full. From fullness, fullness comes. When fullness is taken from fullness, Fullness still remains." Manthra is to be chanted as it is. Translation may make it a beautiful prayer, but it will lose its beauty and effect if chanted in any language other than Sanskrit””
About This Quote
The chant expresses that the infinite nature of the divine and universe is self‑sufficient, and that true peace arises from recognizing this boundless fullness.
In simple terms: Divine and universe are infinite and complete.
Key Takeaway
Meditate on infinite fullness.
Themes
spirituality
philosophy
peace
infinity
chant
Mood
serene
reverent
contemplative
Type
Infinite universe:1
Chant Brahadaranyaka:1
Infinite Brahman:1
Brahadaranyaka Translated:0
Brahman Infinite:1
Om Brahman:1
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- religious study
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
non‑duality
transcendence
mindfulness
ritual practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How does chanting in original language affect experience?
- What does “fullness” mean in daily life?
A Different Perspective
The translation may lose nuance of original Sanskrit.
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