At a distance from a bazaar, one hears only a huge indistinct uproar.
But when we approach it and walk into it, one can clearly distinguish
the individual bargaining at each shop. So too, until the
reality of the Paramatma (Divine Self) is known, you are
overpowered and stunned by the uproar of the world. But once you
enter deep into the realm of spiritual endeavour, everything becomes
clear and you are awakened. Until this awakening, you will be
caught up in the meaningless noise of argumentation, disputation and
exhibitionist flamboyance.
- Divine Discourse,
Prema Vahini.