Dark room Quote by Sheshadharananda
““The Himalaya (hɪmalɶyɶ) does not make Rishis, the Rishis make the Himalaya (hɪmalɶyɶ) to be what it is. A Rishi is a beacon of light that expands and clarifies the stretches of vision of all those that connect with her/him here and now. It is like taking a candle into a dark room, and everything in the room is visible. As a natural and spontaneous consequence, the door leading to the open light filled outdoors becomes visible to you. You can now naturally and spontaneously step out of the room that you were trapped in due to the darkness of ignorance, and let your consciousness expand into infinity. Stay in the present moment, in the here and now, my brother. Immerse yourself into the present entirely. Then you will see these Rishis in yourSelf, here and now, and always. The infinitely spaced vast reaches of the picturesque multiple dimensions of the present moment, pregnant with all futures, right here right now, becomes your vision.” Krishna, ‘A Iyer in Jose’s Well””
About This Quote
Source Book: A Iyer in Jose’s Well, author unknown
The quote suggests that enlightened beings (Rishis) shape reality, illuminating perception and allowing one to transcend ignorance by fully inhabiting the present moment.
In simple terms: Rishis illuminate reality; presence expands consciousness.
Embrace present awareness to see inner light.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- mindful walking
- creative problem solving
- teaching
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does present‑moment awareness change your perception?
- What inner "Rishi" guides you?
The insight relies on belief in metaphysical beings, which may not resonate with everyone.