Body Quote by Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj
“I am dead already. Physical death will make no difference in my case. I am timeless being. I am free of desire or fear, because I do not remember the past or imagine the future. Where there are no names and shapes, how can there be desire and fear? With desirelessness comes timelessness. I am safe, because what is not, cannot touch what is. You feel unsafe, because you imagine danger. Of course, your body as such is complex and vulnerable and needs protection. But not you. Once you realize your own unassailable being, you will be at peace.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Discourses of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj, 1970s
The speaker describes a state beyond physical existence, free from desire, fear, and temporal concerns, achieved by realizing one's immutable, timeless nature.
In simple terms: Realizing your eternal self removes fear and desire.
Recognize your unchanging inner being.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- deep contemplation
- philosophical inquiry
- spiritual practice
- psychological therapy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing timelessness affect daily choices?
- Can one balance inner peace with external duties?
Such a view may ignore practical needs for safety and social responsibility.