Abode Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“Nirvana is the utter extinction of all that is base in us, all that is vicious in us. Nirvana is not like the black, dead peace of the grave, but the living peace, the living happiness of a soul which is conscious of itself and conscious of having found its own abode in the heart of the Eternal.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: The Truth About Nonviolence, 1931
Nirvana is a conscious, vibrant peace, not a lifeless stillness.
In simple terms: Living peace comes from self‑awareness.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner awareness for true happiness.
Themes
spirituality
peace
self‑realization
Mood
serene
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- ethical living
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
Key Concepts
consciousness
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices deepen self‑consciousness?
- How does inner peace affect external actions?
A Different Perspective
Achieving such peace can be elusive without discipline.
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