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Sanskrit Sayings and Quotes for Inspiration

January 3, 2024- by Tyler Collins

While there are countless quotes and sayings to turn to for guidance, there is a unique treasure trove of wisdom found in Sanskrit sayings. These ancient expressions, steeped in spiritual teachings and philosophical insights, continue to resonate with people across cultures and generations.

Sanskrit, often referred to as the “language of the gods,” holds deep significance in the realms of yoga, meditation, and spiritual practices. The roots of this ancient language can be traced back thousands of years, originating from the Indian subcontinent.

Today, Sanskrit sayings are not only cherished by scholars and spiritual seekers but have also gained popularity among a broader audience seeking timeless wisdom.

In this blog post, we’ll explore a collection of Sanskrit sayings that provide profound insights and practical wisdom. Each saying will be accompanied by its English translation so readers can fully understand the depth and beauty of these timeless expressions.

Yoga is skill in action

Yogah karmasu kaushalam. – Yoga is skill in action.

Do your duty without worrying about the fruits of your actions

Karmanye vadhikaraste ma phaleshu kada chana. – Do your duty without worrying about the fruits of your actions.

Everything is Brahman

Sarvam Khalvidam Brahma. – Everything is Brahman.

Non-violence is the highest duty

Ahimsa paramo dharmah. – Non-violence is the highest duty.

Truth alone triumphs

Satyameva Jayate. – Truth alone triumphs.

The whole world is one family

Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – The whole world is one family.

One who is free from joy, hatred, grief, and desires, and who renounces both good and bad, is dear to me

Yo Na Hrshyati Na Dvesti Na Socati Na Kanksati, Subhasubha-Parityagi Bhaktiman Sa Me Priyah – One who is free from joy, hatred, grief, and desires, and who renounces both good and bad, is dear to me.

For one's own salvation and for the welfare of the world

Atmano Mokshartham Jagat Hitaya Cha – For one’s own salvation and for the welfare of the world.

One's own duty, even if performed imperfectly, is better than someone else's duty well performed

Shreyan Svadharmo Vigunah Paradharmat Swanushtitat – One’s own duty, even if performed imperfectly, is better than someone else’s duty well performed.

The whole world exists in the self

Atmani Vidyaate Vishwam – The whole world exists in the self.

May there be happiness and prosperity for everyone.

Sarvesham Swastirbhavatu – May there be happiness and prosperity for everyone.

Speak the truth, practice righteousness

Satyam Vada, Dharmam Chara – Speak the truth, practice righteousness.

Knowledge gives humility, from humility comes worthiness, from worthiness one attains wealth, from wealth comes righteousness, and from righteousness comes happiness

Vidya Dadati Vinayam Vinayad Yati Patratam, Patratvad Dhanamapnoti Dhanat Dharmam Tato Sukham. – Knowledge gives humility, from humility comes worthiness, from worthiness one attains wealth, from wealth comes righteousness, and from righteousness comes happiness.

The ultimate reality is the truth in words

Vakyam Satyam Paramam Brahma – The ultimate reality is the truth in words.

Control your mind, control your speech

Manasa Shastram Tapo Vacha – Control your mind, control your speech.

One who remains equal towards all beings, even while situated among them, remains untouched by sin

Samam Sarveshu Bhuteshu Tishthannapi Na Lipyate – One who remains equal towards all beings, even while situated among them, remains untouched by sin.

Health, happiness, and well-being

Arogyamcha Amsadamcha Swasthyamcha – Health, happiness, and well-being.

Lead me from ignorance to truth, lead me from darkness to light, lead me from death to immortality

Asatoma Sadgamaya, Tamasoma Jyotirgamaya, Mrityorma Amritam Gamaya – Lead me from ignorance to truth, lead me from darkness to light, lead me from death to immortality.

I do not create happiness, I do not create suffering, I only create karma

Sukhamayaham Na Karomi, Dukhamayaham Na Karomi, Karmamayaham Na Karomi – I do not create happiness, I do not create suffering, I only create karma.

May all beings be happy

Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah – May all beings be happy.

May there be peace in the body, mind, and spirit

Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti – May there be peace in the body, mind, and spirit.

Without devotion, nothing is possible

Bhakti Pravahena Anyatha Shakyate – Without devotion, nothing is possible.

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