Body Quote by Paramahansa Yogananda
“The body is only a garment. How many times you have changed your clothing in this life, yet because of this you would not say that you have changed. Similarly, when you give up this bodily dress at death you do not change. You are just the same, an immortal soul, a child of God.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Autobiography of a Yogi, 1946
The soul is eternal; physical form is temporary, like clothing that can be changed without altering the wearer.
In simple terms: The soul never changes, only the body does.
Key Takeaway
Focus on spiritual growth beyond physical appearance.
Themes
spirituality
immortality
identity
Mood
peaceful
contemplative
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- life after death
- ethical living
- grief counseling
Key Concepts
religion
philosophy
metaphysics
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you see your identity as separate from your body?
- How does this view affect your daily choices?
A Different Perspective
Physical health can affect spiritual practice; some traditions disagree on soul concept.
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