Ancient Quote by Rajneesh
“Shankara commented on Krishna, on the Upanishads, on the Brahma Sutras. Ramanuja commented on the ancient enlightened people, Vallabha did the same. It has always been so in the East, because much dust gathers as time passes. Now, the Upanishads were written in a totally different world. That man has disappeared, that mind has disappeared, that world no more exists.”
About This Quote
Eastern traditions have layered commentaries that obscure original teachings, making them harder to access over time.
In simple terms: Teachings become clouded by later interpretations.
Key Takeaway
Seek original sources directly.
Themes
tradition
interpretation
history
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
scholarly
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic study
- spiritual practice
- translation work
Key Concepts
scriptural analysis
cultural transmission
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance original text with commentary?
- When is reinterpretation beneficial?
A Different Perspective
Later layers may add valuable insight.
