G. I. Gurdjieff Quotes

A collection of quotes by G. I. Gurdjieff.

G. I. Gurdjieff was a mystic, spiritual teacher, and writer of Armenian and Greek descent. Born around 1866 in Alexandropol (now Gyumri), Armenia, not much is known about his early life. He gained recognition for his teachings on self-awareness and inner transformation, which he called "The Work." Gurdjieff believed that most humans lived on autopilot and were unaware of their true potential. He established spiritual communities and wrote books such as "Meetings with Remarkable Men" and "Beelzebub's Tales to His Grandson." Gurdjieff's unique system of spiritual development continues to influence many seekers on their spiritual path.

In properly organized groups no faith is required what is re

In properly organized groups no faith is required what is required is simply a little trust and even that only for a little while, for the sooner a man begins to verify all he hears the better it is for him.

G. I. Gurdjieff


Religion is doing a man does not merely think his religion o

Religion is doing a man does not merely think his religion or feel it, he 'lives' his religion as much as he is able, otherwise it is not religion but fantasy or philosophy.

G. I. Gurdjieff


If you want to lose your faith, make friends with a priest.

If you want to lose your faith, make friends with a priest.

G. I. Gurdjieff

Faith