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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Sayings of Ramakrishna 211


Have you got, O preacher, the badge of authority? 

As the humblest subject wearing the badge of the King is heard with respect and awe, and can quell the riot by showing his badge; so must you, O preacher, obtain first the order and inspiration from God. 

So long as you have not this inspiration, you may preach all your life, but that will be mere waste of breath. 



3 comments:

  1. What hand sign is he making there, do you know? I see it and think "hook 'em horns", but I'm guessing it means something different in that culture...

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    1. The Texan sees something about football, and the Iron Maiden fan practices it in the mirror before going to the concert. . .

      And long before that it was the apana mudra, a gesture to aid in meditation and ward off evil.

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    2. ((cranks up Metallica's "Enter the Sandman"...))

      That makes sense, thanks. Reminds me of the time I did the peace sign to an Irishman ((facepalm)).

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