Know Your Roots

The purpose of religion is to trace your roots, to show you where you came from. The “re” stands for “return.” Literally, it means “again” or “back.” There is no need to go somewhere for this experience. It is not a journey into outer space; it is a journey through...

You Are Great

Always, always remember that — at any time, for any problem; “l’m not the body, not the mind Immortal Self I am! I am Existence-Knowledge-Bliss, Bliss Absolute!” Simply blow depression away. If you feel discouraged or depressed, shout at the top of your voice: “I am...

Pratyahara

By the proper practice of pratyahara (withdrawal of the senses) the senses become fully under your control. They become obedient horses, taking you wherever you want. You become a complete master over them. The great sage Ramana Maharshi was born in 1879 in South...