Hinduism Quote by Ram Dass
““The Hindu deity Hanuman offers a similar example of devotional service. Every act he performs becomes an offering to Rama (God). His service brings him to the very edge of unitive love. How powerful his vision: “When I know who I am, I am you,” he says, kneeling before Rama, “when I don’t know who I am, I serve you.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Be Here Now, 1971
Devotional service transforms personal identity into unity with the divine, erasing ego boundaries.
In simple terms: Service merges self with the divine.
Key Takeaway
Serve to dissolve ego.
Themes
spirituality
service
unity
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- rituals
- daily acts of kindness
Key Concepts
devotion
selflessness
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true selfless service feel like?
- How does identity shift through service?
A Different Perspective
Service may be misused for self‑promotion.
