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Action Quote by Ramana Maharshi

“Whatever is done lovingly, with righteous purity and with peace of mind, is a good action. Everything which is done with the stain of desire and with agitation filling the mind is classified as a bad action.” quote by Ramana Maharshi
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“Whatever is done lovingly, with righteous purity and with peace of mind, is a good action. Everything which is done with the stain of desire and with agitation filling the mind is classified as a bad action.”

Ramana Maharshi

About This Quote

Source Spiritual Teaching: Talks with Sri Ramana Maharshi, 1930s

Actions performed with love, purity, and calm mind are virtuous; those driven by desire and agitation are harmful.

In simple terms: Pure, calm actions are good; desire‑driven actions are bad.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate love, purity, and peace in deeds.

Themes

spirituality ethics mindfulness

Mood

peaceful reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily meditation
  • conflict resolution
  • creative work
  • parenting

Key Concepts

Purity desire agitation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you notice desire’s subtle influence?
  • What practices keep your mind calm?
A Different Perspective

Even pure intentions can be misguided without self‑awareness.

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