How to practice mind control methods D.: How are they practised? M.: An examination of the ephemeral nature of external phenomena leads to vairagya. Hence enquiry (vichara) is the first and foremost step to be taken. When vichara continues automatically, it results in a contempt for wealth, fame, ease, pleasure, etc. The ‘I’ thought becomes […]
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Category: Talks with Ramana Maharshi
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When sincere Devotees wanted guidance, Sri Ramana Maharshi offered his wisdom and kindness to them. These Talks contain that guidance to attain Peace of Mind and Happiness. Meditation and Life are intermingled. Reading again and again the teachings and dialogues of Sages, and contemplating on them frees the mind from deeply ingrained habits and heavy burdens. It gradually gives us Happiness and Peace of Mind.
Talk 26. How to discover the nature of t...
How to discover the nature of the mind D.: How shall we discover the nature of the mind i.e., its ultimate cause, or the noumenon of which it is a manifestation? M.: Arranging thoughts in the order of value, the ‘I’ thought is the all-important thought. Personality-idea or thought is also the root or the […]
Talk 25 B. What is this Mind
What is this Mind B. V. Narasimha Swami, author of the book “Self-Realization” on Ramana Maharshi, continued to ask: D.: What is this mind? M.: Mind is one form of manifestation of life. A block of wood or a subtle machine is not called mind. The vital force manifests as life-activity and also as the conscious […]
Talk 25 A. Who am I? How is it to be fou...
Who am I? How is it to be found? B. V. Narasimha Swami, author of the book “Self-Realization” on Ramana Maharshi, asked: Who am I? How is it to be found? M.: Ask yourself the question. The body (annamaya kosa) and its functions are not ‘I’. Going deeper, the mind (manomaya kosa) and its functions […]
Talk 24. Feeling prime factor, not reaso...
Feeling prime factor, not reason Mrs. Piggott: Why do you take milk, but not eggs? M.: The domesticated cows yield more milk than necessary for their calves and they find it a pleasure to be relieved of the milk. M.: But the hen cannot contain the eggs? M.: But there are potential lives in them. D.: […]
Talk 23. Who is a Master
Who is a Master Mr. Evans-Wentz continued another day: “May one have more than one spiritual master?” M.: Who is a Master? He is the Self after all. According to the stages of the development of the mind the Self manifests as the Master externally. The famous ancient saint Avadhuta said that he had more […]
Talk 22. Good Quality Diet
Good Quality Diet Mrs. Piggott returned from Madras for a further visit. She asked questions relating to diet regulation. D.: What diet is prescribed for a sadhak (one who is engaged in spiritual practices)? M.: Satvic food in limited quantities. D.: What is satvic food? M.: Bread, fruits, vegetables, milk, etc. D.: Some people take […]
Talk 21. Firm Knowledge
Firm Knowledge Mr. Ellappa Chettiar, a member of the Legislative Council of Madras Presidency and an influential Hindu, asked: “Why is it said that the knowledge born of hearing is not firm, whereas that born of contemplation is firm?” Maharshi.: On the other hand it is said that hearsay knowledge (paroksha) is not firm, whereas […]
Talk 20. Solitude, Silence, Powers
Solitude, Silence, Powers Mr. Evans-Wentz: Is solitude necessary for a Jnani? M.: Solitude is in the mind of man. One might be in the thick of the world and maintain serenity of mind; such a one is in solitude. Another may stay in a forest, but still be unable to control his mind. He […]
Talk 19. Memory and Forgetfulness
Memory and Forgetfulness Mr. Grant Duff asked: Where are memory and forgetfulness located? Maharshi: In the mind (chitta). Talks With Ramana Maharshi – Part 1 January 29 and 30, 1935 Talk 19.
Talk 18. Yogis and Occult Powers
Yogis and Occult Powers Mr. Evans-Wentz asked: There are yogis with occult powers. What does Maharshi think of them? Maharshi: The powers are known by hearsay or by exhibition. Thus they are in the realm of the mind only. D.: Mr. Brunton mentions a yogi in Madras who is said to hold communion with his […]
Talk 17 E. Self-Realization and Bliss
Self-Realization and Bliss Mr. Evans-Wentz asked questions about Self-Realization and Samadhi (Perfect Bliss). D.: How long did it take Maharshi to realize the Self? M.: This question is asked because the name and form are perceived. These are the perceptions consequent on the identification of the ego with the gross body. If the ego identifies […]
