The usual complaint is that it is very difficult to lead an
inward life of contemplation amidst the rush and bustle of everyday life. But with
earnestness and unshakable determination one is sure to succeed.
Spiritual practice – japa, prayer and meditation – should play
a very vital role in the lives of all. This is a sure way to peace despite all
the hindrances that one has to face in daily life.
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| Kanthimathi Nellaiappar Tirunelveli |
Sri Ramakrishna has said that a devotee should hold on to
the feet of the Lord with the right hand and clear the obstacles of everyday
life with the other.
There are two primary obstacles to contemplative life. The first
one is posed by personal internal weaknesses. One must have unswerving
determination to surmount these. The second one consists of external problems.
These we have to keep out, knowing them to be harmful impediments to our goal.
– Swami Atmasthananda - was the 15th President of the Ramakrishna Mission
– Swami Atmasthananda - was the 15th President of the Ramakrishna Mission