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Those who turn to the spiritual life for material benefits, such as better relations with other people and better physical health are entitled to do so. But they should remember Jesus' counsel: "Seek ye first the Kingdom of Heaven," for then not only will "all these things [material benefits] be added unto you" but they have a chance of gaining the kingdom whereas the other approach postpones such a glorious result. The Overself must be sought for its own sake; otherwise it will not be found or else will be found only in fleeting glimpses. "That is the goal, that is the final end," says an old Indian writing.

-- Notebooks Category 1: Overview of the Quest > Chapter 2 : Its Choice > # 233