Gain Quote by Ramana Maharshi
“The means that make one qualified for enquiry are meditation, yoga, etc. One should gain proficiency in these through graded practice and thus secure a stream of mental modes that is natural and helpful.”
About This Quote
Source Teaching: Spiritual Guidance, 1960s
The quote outlines meditation and yoga as disciplined practices that cultivate mental clarity, enabling deeper inquiry and natural mental states.
In simple terms: Meditation and yoga develop a clear, helpful mind for questioning.
Practice disciplined meditation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- stress reduction
- academic research
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate graded practice into daily life?
- What mental modes do you seek?
Requires consistent effort and guidance; not all find it accessible.