He whom the sages have been seeking in all these places is in our own hearts; the voice that you heard was right, says Vedanta, but the direction you gave to the voice was wrong.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The divine sought by sages resides within; the error lies in seeking it outwardly.
- In plain terms
- You are looking for God outside but the real search is inside your heart.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek truth within yourself rather than in external places.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you look for truth?
- What does your heart say?
Another view
It may discourage beneficial external teachings or practices.
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