Desire Quote by Sai Baba
“I had a Guru. He was a great saint and most merciful. I served him long - very, very long; still, he would not blow any mantra in my ears. I had a keen desire never to leave him but to stay with him and serve him and at all cost receive some instruction from him.”
About This Quote
The seeker longs for direct guidance from a revered teacher, valuing personal instruction over mere reverence.
In simple terms: I crave the teacher’s direct teachings.
Key Takeaway
Desire for personal mentorship.
Themes
spirituality
mentor
devotion
learning
Mood
yearning
devotional
Type
spiritual
personal
When to use this quote
- apprentice with a master artist
- student seeking a professor’s feedback
- disciple in a religious order
Key Concepts
teacher‑student dynamics
spiritual yearning
Practical Applications
- Request specific feedback regularly
- Engage in one‑on‑one dialogue with mentors
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance respect for a mentor with personal agency?
- What signs indicate it’s time to seek new guidance?
A Different Perspective
Over‑attachment to a single teacher can hinder independent growth.
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