Atoms Quote by Swami Vivekananda
“This world, this universe which our senses feel, or our mind thinks, is but one atom, so to say, of the Infinite, projected on to the plane of consciousness; and within that narrow limit, defined by the network of consciousness, works our reason, and not beyond. Therefore, there must be some other instrument to take us beyond, and that instrument is called inspiration.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Talks on Vedanta, 1896
Human perception is limited to a tiny fragment of the infinite; inspiration is the means to transcend those limits.
In simple terms: Our senses see only a tiny part of reality; inspiration helps us go beyond.
Key Takeaway
Seek inspiration to expand understanding.
Themes
philosophy
spirituality
knowledge
mind
inspiration
Mood
reflective
inspired
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- creative work
- scientific research
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- problem solving
Key Concepts
consciousness
infinite
perception
reason
transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate inspiration in daily life?
- What limits does your current perception impose?
A Different Perspective
Inspiration may be elusive and not always reliable for concrete decisions.
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