Body Quote by Ramana Maharshi
“As instruments for knowing the objects, the sense organs are outside, and so they are called outer senses; and the mind is called the inner sense because it is inside. But the distinction between inner and outer is only with reference to the body; in truth, there is neither inner nor outer. The mind's nature is to remain pure like ether.”
About This Quote
The distinction between outer senses (body) and inner sense (mind) is illusory; true nature of mind is pure and beyond duality.
In simple terms: Mind is pure, beyond inner/outer distinction.
Seek to experience mind's pure nature beyond sensory labels.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- self‑inquiry
- philosophical study
- psychotherapy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you notice the mind's purity in daily life?
- What does “inner” vs “outer” mean to you?
The concept may be abstract for practical daily use without guidance.