--Anand Kishor Mehta
Touch of Consciousness
— Anand Kishor Mehta
Intelligence is a function of the mind — it gathers, compares, stores, and analyzes information. It is sharp, logical, and analytical. But consciousness transcends the mind — it is the luminous presence behind thought, a silent witness that reveals rather than reacts.
In early life, intelligence helps us navigate the world, shaped by education, experience, and memory. Yet, when intelligence remains untouched by consciousness, it functions mechanically — like a powerful computer disconnected from the soul.
When consciousness awakens, a transformation unfolds: intelligence sheds ego, pride, and attachment to knowledge. It becomes humble, refined, and devoted, serving a higher spiritual purpose.
Intelligence vs. Consciousness
| Intelligence | Consciousness |
|---|---|
| Gathers facts | Perceives truth |
| Thinks | Witnesses thoughts |
| Changes with time | Eternal and unchanging |
Aligned with consciousness, intelligence ceases to be the master and becomes a sacred instrument.
The Brain: Medium, Not Source
The brain is a tool, like a finely crafted instrument; consciousness is its musician. Without consciousness, the brain produces no music.
When the inner light of consciousness flows through it, intelligence becomes:
- Creative
- Compassionate
- Intuitive
It does not just think — it feels. It does not just grasp what is — it senses what should be.
Transformation of Intelligence
As spiritual awareness grows, intelligence transforms:
- Lower levels: Reactive, entangled in ego and self-preservation.
- Intermediate levels: Integrative, connecting the visible and invisible.
- Highest levels: Silent, beyond knowing, only realization remains.
Through meditation and surrender, intelligence eventually merges into consciousness. When the questioner dissolves, questions vanish.
Conclusion: Let Consciousness Lead
In our world, intelligence is revered, yet the power behind it — consciousness — is often forgotten. Without consciousness, intelligence can breed confusion, conflict, and pride.
When purified by divine awareness, intelligence becomes:
- A servant of truth
- A path to love
- A channel of spiritual understanding
Do not strive merely to be more intelligent. Strive to be more conscious. Then intelligence will naturally follow, like light follows the sun.
© 2025 ~ Anand Kishor Mehta

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