Forget the past Quote by Paramahansa Yogananda
““Forget the past,” Sri Yukteswar would console him. “The vanished lives of all men are dark with many shames. Human conduct is ever unreliable until anchored in the Divine. Everything in future will improve if you are making a spiritual effort now.” Master””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Talks with Sri Yukteswar, 1930s
The speaker urges letting go of past shame, trusting divine guidance, and making spiritual effort to improve the future.
In simple terms: Release past shame; trust divine; act spiritually now.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate present spiritual effort.
Themes
spiritual growth
forgiveness
future optimism
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- daily prayer
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
religion
self‑improvement
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What does "spiritual effort" mean to you?
- How can you balance spiritual practice with daily duties?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual effort alone may not resolve practical problems.
