--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The Supreme Knowledge is succeeded by…" description: "\"“The Supreme Knowledge is succeeded by knowledge of ‘Not-I-but-Thou’, and this is succeeded by attainment of manikin form of God and then springs up th..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e72/sri-jibankrishna-or-diamond-32_god_the-supreme-knowledge-is-succeeded-by-kn_687807.jpg" --- # The Supreme Knowledge is succeeded by knowledge of… ![“The Supreme Knowledge is succeeded by knowledge of ‘Not-I-but-Thou’, and this is succeeded by attainment of manikin form of God and then springs up the real love of God .” quote by Sri Jibankrishna or Diamond](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e72/sri-jibankrishna-or-diamond-32_god_the-supreme-knowledge-is-succeeded-by-kn_687807.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e72/sri-jibankrishna-or-diamond-32_god_the-supreme-knowledge-is-succeeded-by-kn_687807.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e72/sri-jibankrishna-or-diamond-32_god_the-supreme-knowledge-is-succeeded-by-kn_687807.jpg) > ““The Supreme Knowledge is succeeded by knowledge of ‘Not-I-but-Thou’, and this is succeeded by attainment of manikin form of God and then springs up the real love of God .”” Sri Jibankrishna or Diamond ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Spiritual growth moves from self‑knowledge to seeing others as divine, then to embodying divine love. **In simple terms:** Knowing self, seeing others as divine, becoming divine love. Key Takeaway Seek deeper connection beyond self. Themes spirituality self‑realization love Mood contemplative hopeful Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - personal meditation - community service - interfaith dialogue Key Concepts non‑dualism divine embodiment transcendence Questions to Reflect On - How can you balance inner love with outward duties? - What practices help you see others as divine? 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