Again and again Quote by Rajneesh
“The outer is easier, and the outer is objective. For example, one man, Thomas Alva Edison, discovers electricity and the whole of humanity uses it; there is no need for everyone to discover it again and again. Inner growth is a totally different phenomenon. A Gautama Buddha may become enlightened, but that does not mean that everybody else becomes enlightened. Each individual has to find the truth for him or herself.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Be Here Now by Ram Dass, 1971
External discoveries are shared and repeatable, but inner enlightenment is personal and must be individually pursued.
In simple terms: External knowledge spreads; inner truth is personal.
Seek personal insight beyond external facts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- self‑study
- teaching others
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner practices nurture your personal growth?
- How do you balance external success with inner fulfillment?
Relying solely on external achievements can neglect inner development.