“Never think there is anything impossible for the soul. It is the greatest heresy to think so. If there is sin, this is the only sin; to say that you are weak, or others are weak.”
Reading this quote by Swami Vivekananda changed my whole outlook on “sin”.
trisha
/ November 11, 2010I truly adore swami vivekananda for all he has done for the poor people of india, and the huge network he left behind, which still is serving them unselfishly.
Bodhirose
/ November 11, 2010I adore him too. He was an extraordinary human being, both socially and spiritually.
trisha
/ November 12, 2010yes. such people are seldom born. he too was a karmayogi like mother teresa.
Bodhirose
/ November 12, 2010I feel very fortunate that I became aware of this wonderful being. So humble, such a bright light.
trisha
/ November 13, 2010vivekananda was a very luminous being. i have loved him from childhood.
Bodhirose
/ November 13, 2010His luminosity is still shining.
trisha
/ November 15, 2010Yes. Thats where the beauty of these special soul shines bright. Think about Gautam Buddha, Jesus Christ, Hazrat Muhammad and all those luminous beings- thousands of years have passed since they left their mortal shell, still we are getting bathed in their light :)
Bodhirose
/ November 15, 2010That’s right. That’s some very powerful shining!
Lots of love.
Trisha
/ November 17, 2010i sometimes rue, how lucky those people were who has been able to see them.
Bodhirose
/ November 17, 2010I know, me too. I would have loved to have been in their presence (or at least one of theirs). xoxo
Bodhirose
/ November 17, 2010Trisha, I’ve been meaning to ask you–do you remember that quote I wrote for you about karma. The one where it talks about people who are “bad” and appear to be reaping good karma and those who are good haven’t yet reaped their karma–from The Dhammapada I believe. Do you know where that might be. I would like to include it in my “Quote” department. I really love it but can’t find it again. If you could help, I would appreciate it.
trisha
/ November 19, 2010even the evil meet with good fortune as long as their evil has yet to mature. but when its matured thats when they meet with evil. even the good.meet with bad fortune as long as their good has yet to mature. but when its .matured thats when they meet with good fortune.
dhammapada 9, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu
trisha
/ November 19, 2010i would have felt absolutely blessed. i missed mother teresa even though i lived in burdwan. but i had the misconception that she must be inaccessible, being a nobel prize winner and world renowned person, i believe i was wrong, but its too late.
Bodhirose
/ November 23, 2010Thanks for finding that quote for me. I have posted it again now. I really find it very uplifting.
trisha
/ November 24, 2010well thanks for sharing it with me in the first place. :)
Bodhirose
/ November 24, 2010It was a pleasure. I knew you would really appreciate it–and you did. :)
trisha
/ November 29, 2010it was a real soother for the soul to know that sages also think the way we average people do.
Bodhirose
/ November 29, 2010Extremely soothing. :)
2zpoint
/ November 11, 2010An inspiration to all!Peace be with you.
Bodhirose
/ November 11, 2010Peace… xoxo
Olivia
/ November 12, 2010Very well said Gayle.. you would be amused to know I have played his character once in school.. I almost resembled him with my expressions..LOL
I have been lucky to follow his teachings pretty young.. well put..
Love always- xoxox
Bodhirose
/ November 12, 2010I am very amused to hear this, Olivia. I would have loved to have seen that!
He was an amazing human being and teacher and, of course, student of Sri Ramakrishna, another incredible teacher.
Much love…
Olivia
/ November 12, 2010Thank you so very much for your participation at Jingle Poetry potluck… with the solid support you give to us, we are able to keep going in the coming weeks.
Blessings fly your way, hope you well. Look forward to seeing you again.
Always, your talent is recognized, keep writing.
Cheers!
xoxox
Bodhirose
/ November 12, 2010You’re very welcome–it’s my pleasure to participate. xoxo
Jamie Dedes
/ November 12, 2010I do love Vivikananda.
Blessings …
Bodhirose
/ November 12, 2010I do too.
Peace…
soulbro*
/ November 12, 2010so true as the Soul was here before and knows everything IT was geared up for since ITS conception and continues to do so…it is mankind’s ignorance that turns the direction the other way resisting and questioning and judging all the ego sees in its own selfish eye…good post my Dearest Bodhirose…enjoy as well as I found another mountain near Petersburgh pass to climb real soon…I think it might have better views will try it and see(+)
Love,
soulbro* :) xoxo–{–@
Bodhirose
/ November 12, 2010I know what you say is true, Soulbro. Thanks for coming by and commenting.
Happy mountain climbing–we will talk again soon as you are an inspiration and my soul’s good friend.
Love you very much…
soulbro*
/ November 12, 2010Love you back Love….we will hook up again as today is absolutely stunning here in Upstate NY and I am going for my pre walk walk for up the mountain possibly tomorrow as it is going to be stunning as well…enjoy(+0
soulbro :) xo—{–@
Bodhirose
/ November 12, 2010Enjoy your day and we will talk soon so I can hear all about your adventure. :) xoxo
Bodhirose
/ November 12, 2010Thanks for sharing this link with me today, Jamie. I enjoyed watching the videos of Karen Armstrong and feeling encouraged by “The Charter for Compassion”. I’m all for it.
Peace…