Renunciation means that none can serve both God and Mammon.

Everything progresses in waves. The march of civilization, the progression of worlds, is in waves. All human activities likewise progress in waves - art, literature, science, religion.

As soon as we identify ourselves with the work we do, we feel miserable; but if we do not identify ourselves with it, we do not feel that misery.

The earth is enjoyed by heroes”—this is the unfailing truth. Be a hero. Always say, “I have no fear.

Perfection does not come from belief or faith. Talk does not count for anything. Parrots can do that. Perfection comes through the disinterested performance of action.

Give love, give help, give service, and give any little thing you can, but keep out barter.

Eka-Nishtha or devotion to one ideal is absolutely necessary for the beginner in the practice of religious devotion.