Consciousness Quote by Tukaram
“We must forget bodily consciousness like a deer which is infatuated by music. We must look up to God, as the young ones of a tortoise look up to their mother. As a fountain rises upwards, even so must one's spirit rise to God. One should entertain no idea whatsoever, except that of God.”
About This Quote
Source Poetry: Abhangas by Tukaram, 17th century
The verse urges abandoning worldly attachments and focusing solely on the divine, likening devotion to a child’s reverence and a fountain’s ascent.
In simple terms: Forget worldly cravings, seek only God.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate pure devotion.
Themes
spirituality
detachment
devotion
Mood
reverent
aspirational
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- ritual worship
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
Bhakti
transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to “forget bodily consciousness”?
- How can one practice rising spirit daily?
