Through selfless work, love of God grows in the heart. Then through his grace one realize him in course of time. God can be seen. One can talk to him as I am talking to you.
RamakrishnaPray to God that your attachment to such transitory things as wealth, name, and creature comforts may become less and less every day.
RamakrishnaWhen the divine vision is attained, all appear equal; and there remains no distinction of good and bad, or of high and low.
RamakrishnaAn ocean of bliss may rain down from the heavens, but if you hold up only a thimble, that is all you receive
RamakrishnaA man develops a subtle power as a result of the strict observance of celibacy for twelve years. Then he can understand and grasp very subtle things which otherwise elude his intellect. Through that understanding the aspirant can have direct vision of God. That pure understanding alone enables him to realize Truth.
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