Ego Quote by Ramana Maharshi
“The source of the ego is God.”
About This Quote
Source Spiritual Teaching, 1950s, Advaita Vedanta
Ego arises from identifying with the divine source.
In simple terms: Ego comes from seeing self as God.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the divine within to dissolve ego.
Themes
spirituality
ego
divinity
Mood
contemplative
calm
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- personal counseling
- philosophical study
Key Concepts
non‑dual awareness
self‑realization
Questions to Reflect On
- What does seeing God as the ego's source change your self‑view?
- How can this insight affect daily interactions?
A Different Perspective
Ego may also stem from social conditioning.
