Body Quote by Swami Vivekananda
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“Salvation means knowing the truth. We do not become anything; we are what we are. Salvation [comes] by faith and not by work. It is a question of knowledge! You must know what you are, and it is done. The dream vanishes. This you [and others] are dreaming here. When they die, they go to [the] heaven [of their dream]. They live in that dream, and [when it ends], they take a nice body [here], and they are good people…”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda, early 20th century
Salvation is achieved through self‑knowledge and faith, not by deeds; existence is a dream‑like state ending in a higher realm.
In simple terms: Know yourself and have faith for salvation.
Key Takeaway
Seek self‑knowledge.
Themes
spirituality
philosophy
faith
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- religious study
- life purpose
Key Concepts
self‑realization
afterlife
knowledge
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define self?
- Can faith replace action?
A Different Perspective
Faith alone may not address practical suffering.
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