Absolutes Quote by Ramana Maharshi
“Under whatever name or form we worship It, It leads us on to knowledge of the nameless, formless Absolute. Yet, to see one's true Self in the Absolute, to subside into It and be one with "It, this is the true Knowledge of the Truth.”
About This Quote
Source Spiritual teaching: Talks of Ramana Maharshi, 1930s
Worship of the formless Absolute guides one toward realizing the true Self, merging with the ultimate reality.
In simple terms: Worship leads to self‑realization and unity with the Absolute.
Key Takeaway
Seek inner stillness to recognize your true nature.
Themes
spirituality
self‑realization
unity
Mood
tranquil
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation retreats
- daily contemplation
- spiritual study
Key Concepts
non‑duality
absolute
inner silence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you experience stillness in daily life?
- What does “true Self” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
The abstract nature may be difficult for rational minds.
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![“What fear do you have? You, yourself are the absolute Self! If absolute-Self becomes fearful, then the whole universe will have fear! ‘We’ are on the other side of the prakruti [relative self’s world].” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/154/dada-bhagwan-31_fear_what-fear-do-you-have-you-yourself-are-t_1218740.jpg)
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