Realisation of Truth is impossible with the mind

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The Teachings of BhagavanSri Ramana Maharshiin His Own WordsCHAPTER ONESINBecause the quality of purity (Sattva) is the real nature of themind, clearness like that of the unclouded sky is the characteristicof the mind-expanse. Being stirred up by the quality of activity(rajas) the mind becomes restless and, influenced by darkness(tamas), manifests as the physical world. The mind thus becomingrestless on the one hand and appearing as solid matter on the other,the Real is not discerned. Just as fine silk threads cannot be wovenwith the use of a heavy iron shuttle, or the delicate shades of a workof art be distinguished in the light of a lamp flickering in the wind,so is Realisation of Truth impossible with the mind rendered grossby darkness (tamas) and restless by activity (rajas). Because truth isexceedingly subtle and serene. Mind will be cleared of its impuritiesonly by a desireless performance of duties during several births,getting a worthy Master, learning from him and incessantlypractising meditation on the Supreme. The transformation of themind into the world of inert matter due to the quality of darkness(tamas) and its restlessness due to the quality of activity (rajas) willcease. Then the mind regains its subtlety and composure. The Blissof the Self can manifest only in a mind rendered subtle and steadyby assiduous meditation. He who experiences that Bliss is liberatedeven while still alive. 11 Self-Enquiry, § 11.