Eternity Quote by Rajneesh
“The mind exists in time, in fact the mind is time; it exists in the past and the future. And remember, time consists of only two tenses, the past and the future. The present is not part of time, the present is part of eternity.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Spiritual discourse, 1970s
The mind is equated with time, existing only in past and future, while the present belongs to eternity.
In simple terms: Mind lives in past and future; present is eternal.
Key Takeaway
Focus on timeless present awareness.
Themes
philosophy
time
consciousness
spirituality
Mood
tranquil
reflective
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- mindfulness training
- philosophical study
Key Concepts
temporal vs eternal
mind‑body dualism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you experience the present as timeless?
- What practices help detach mind from time?
A Different Perspective
Present‑moment awareness can be elusive in daily life.
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