The True Nature of Reality

In this way and that I have tried to save the old pail  Since the bamboo strip was weak and about to break  Until at last the bottom fell out.  No more water in the pail!  No more moon in the water!     -- Chiyono  Remember, to know Yourself, return to the silence before words.

This series is a collection of pointers or teaching aphorisms by  Nisargadatta  Maharaj on the theme of separation - uncluttered with words and explanations. Remember, to know Yourself, return to the silence before words. When you know beyond all doubting that the same life flows through all that is and you are that life, you will love all naturally and spontaneously.  When you realize the depth and fullness of your love of yourself, you know that every living being and the entire universe are included in your affection.  But when you look at anything as separate from you, you cannot love it for you are afraid of it.  Alienation causes fear and fear deepens alienation. It is a vicious circle.  Only Self-realization can break it. Go for it resolutely.  –        Nisargadatta Maharaj