Attraction Quote by Ramakrishna
“God reveals Himself to a devotee who feels drawn to Him by the combined force of these three attractions: the attraction of worldly possessions for the worldly man, the child's attraction for its mother, and the husband's attraction for the chaste wife. If one feels drawn to Him by the combined force of these three attractions, then through it one can attain Him.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, 1886
Spiritual awakening occurs when a seeker is attracted by material desire, maternal love, and marital devotion, uniting these forces toward the divine.
In simple terms: Divine union through combined worldly, maternal, and marital attractions.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and harmonize all three attractions toward spiritual growth.
Themes
spirituality
devotion
union
human nature
Mood
reflective
hopeful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
spiritual
When to use this quote
- Personal prayer
- marriage counseling
- career decisions
- parenting
- material pursuits
Key Concepts
Attraction
Divine union
Psychology of desire
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance material, familial, and romantic drives toward spiritual goals?
- What does each attraction reveal about your inner motivations?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on any single attraction may lead to imbalance or distraction.
