Atoms Quote by Swami Vivekananda
“Every atom is working and resisting every thought in the mind. Everything we see and know is but the resultant of these two forces.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: 1896 lecture on Vedanta, "The Power of Thought"
Thoughts and atoms are opposing forces shaping perception; reality arises from their tension.
In simple terms: Thoughts and matter shape what we know.
Recognize the clash between mind and matter.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- scientific inquiry
- creative thinking
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance mental activity with physical presence?
- Can tension be a source of creativity?
Overemphasis on conflict may ignore harmony and integration.