Guest guest Posted November 6, 2004 Report Share Posted November 6, 2004 Om Namah Sivaya Sri Ramakrishna’s saying: ‘When an elephant is let loose, it goes about uprooting trees and shrubs; but as soon as the driver applies the hook on its head it becomes quiet. So the mind, when unrestrained, wantons in the luxuriance of idle thoughts, but becomes at once calm when pulled up with the goad of discrimination. Tirumantirum (verse 2026): Senses are Like Roaming Lions Five the lions that roam the forest The Five seeking their prey get filled; And to their caves the Five return; If the claws and teeth of the Five you pull, You shall sure the Lord reach. (The senses are roaming like lions which feel contented when their stomachs get filled. If their claws and teeth are pulled, they will have no more terrors for you. You will safely reach the Lord). Tirukural: (123) Comprehending and acquiring self-control confers upon one the esteem of wise men. Sri Ramakrishnaya Namah Vivekananda Centre London http://www.vivekananda.co.uk _________ALL-NEW Messenger - all new features - even more fun! http://uk.messenger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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