Our minds are forced to become fixed upon different things by an attraction in them which we cannot resist. To control the mind, to place it just where we want it, requires special training. It cannot be done in any other way. In the study of religion the control of the mind is absolutely necessary. We have to turn the mind back upon itself in this study.

Purity, perseverance, and energy- these three I want.

Marriage is an institution very safely guarded.

Throw overboard all idea of jealousy and egotism, once for all. Come on to the practical field with tremendous energy; to work, in the fullness of strength! As to the rest, the Lord will point out the way.

In one sense Brahman is known to every human being; he knows, "I am"; but man does not know himself as he is.

When an idea exclusively occupies the mind, it is transformed into an actual physical or mental state.

Do you think there is any other means of achieving progress except through Rajas?