--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Know that this universe is nothing but a…" description: "\"Know that this universe is nothing but a dream bluff of nature to test your consciousness of immortality.\" — Paramahansa Yogananda" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d42/paramahansa-yogananda-556_bluffs_know-that-this-universe-is-nothing-but-a_2089869.jpg" --- # Know that this universe is nothing but a dream bluff of… ![“Know that this universe is nothing but a dream bluff of nature to test your consciousness of immortality.” quote by Paramahansa Yogananda](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d42/paramahansa-yogananda-556_bluffs_know-that-this-universe-is-nothing-but-a_2089869.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d42/paramahansa-yogananda-556_bluffs_know-that-this-universe-is-nothing-but-a_2089869.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d42/paramahansa-yogananda-556_bluffs_know-that-this-universe-is-nothing-but-a_2089869.jpg) > “Know that this universe is nothing but a dream bluff of nature to test your consciousness of immortality.” [Paramahansa Yogananda](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/paramahansa-yogananda/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Life is a fleeting illusion that challenges our awareness of eternal consciousness. **In simple terms:** The world tests our sense of immortality. Key Takeaway Reflect on the transient nature of reality. Themes spirituality philosophy existence Mood peaceful reflective Type philosophical spiritual When to use this quote - meditation practice - creative contemplation - stress coping - life decisions Key Concepts consciousness impermanence awakening Questions to Reflect On - How does viewing life as a dream affect your choices? - What practices help you confront impermanence? 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