DESTROY THE DIABOLICAL NATURE

Spirituality means growing into the form of the divine ideal. It is transformation of your nature from the human to the Divine. You can hope to achieve perfection only when you effect this transformation.
It is purification and change of heart alone that render concentration and meditation possible. In order to grow in Sattwa you must entirely destroy the diabolic side of your nature. Never imagine for a moment that you are anywhere near the goal unless and until you strive with earnestness and diligence to rid yourself of evil tendencies and get established in a pure ethical character.

From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on the Website of Divine Life Society, Photographs of Swami Sivananda, German Pages on Swami Sivananda
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