Meditation Quote by Swami Vivekananda
““There are three stages in meditation. The first is what is called Dharana, concentrating the mind upon an object. I try to concentrate my mind upon this glass, excluding every other object from my mind except this glass. But the mind is wavering. When it has become strong and does not waver so much, it is called Dhyana, meditation. And then there is a still higher state when the differentiation between the glass and myself is lost — Samadhi or absorption””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Talks on Yoga, Swami Vivekananda, 1896
Meditation progresses through stages: focused concentration, deep uninterrupted flow, and finally a state of unity where subject and object merge.
In simple terms: Meditation moves from focus to deep flow to unity.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate steady focus, then deepen practice.
Themes
mindfulness
spirituality
personal growth
Mood
calm
inspired
Type
instructional
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- yoga retreats
- mindfulness workshops
Key Concepts
Dharana
Dhyana
Samadhi
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you sustain concentration?
- What does loss of self‑other distinction feel like?
A Different Perspective
Progress can be hindered by mental restlessness.
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