When one looks at the ocean, they can only see that part of it which comes within their range of vision; so it is with the truth.

Every passion, every emotion, has its effect upon the mind. Every change of mind, however slight, has its effect upon the body.

In a small affair or in a big affair, first consult yourself and find out if there is any conflict in your own being about anything you want to do. And when you find no conflict there, then feel sure that a path is already made for you. You have but to open your eyes and take a step forward, and the other step will be led by God.

My heart is tuned to the quietness that the stillness of nature inspires.

Atmosphere is a silent music. It has its effect upon the listener, exciting or peaceful, whatever it may be.

I played the vina until my heart turned into the same instrument. Then I offered this instrument to the Divine Musician, the only muscian existing. Since then I have become His flute, and when He chooses He plays His music. The people give me credit for this music which, in reality, is not due to me, but to the Musician who plays his own instrument.

We grown-up people think that we appreciate music, but if we realized the sense that an infant has brought with it of appreciating sound and rhythm, we would never boast of knowing music. The infant is music itself.