Identity Quote by The Bhagavad Gita
““The individual soul (jivatma), because it has drawn the senses around itself, experiences the pleasures, desires, and pains of the world. “People who are unaware of the True Self Within (Atma), do not recognize this jiva in them that is using the senses. As the senses are limited to the mind level, they are incapable of comprehending Atma, which is above the mind. Yogis, however, possessing the eye of wisdom (intuitive faculty), do see Me, their Atmic Self within. “To obtain this ‘eye of wisdom’ you must do two things: surrender your ego and purify your mind. Only by accomplishing both of these will you behold Me. Those with only halfhearted surrender or only partially purified minds are not granted the capacity to see their Atmic Self.””
About This Quote
Source Scripture: Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 13, Verse 14
True self is beyond senses; realizing it requires ego surrender and mind purification, granting inner wisdom.
In simple terms: Self is beyond senses; need surrender and purification.
Key Takeaway
Surrender ego, purify mind to see true self.
Themes
spirituality
self‑knowledge
mindfulness
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- self‑inquiry
- ethical living
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
yoga
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you identify ego barriers in your life?
- What practices help you purify your mind?
A Different Perspective
Purification is difficult; ego resistance is strong.
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