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An egoless instrument of the Divine

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Quiet goodwill towards all
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Published by Sri Aurobindo on 12/01/2017
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The Mother of Sri Aurobindo Ashram

The idea of helping others is a subtle form of the ego. It is only the Divine Force that can help. One can be its instrument, but you should first learn to be a fit and egoless instrument.

Ref: Letters on Yoga Vol. II 

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