There is a vast difference between sakshibhaav [being a…
![“There is a vast difference between sakshibhaav [being a witness; witnessing state] and Gnata-Drashta bhaav [Knower-Seer state]. Some saints may have attained sakshibhaav but they [still] have to make efforts to progress further. Despite sakshibhaav, their illusion [bhranti] has not gone. The…” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/q/img-quotes/417/dada-bhagwan-31_illusion_there-is-a-vast-difference-between-saksh_2074531.jpg)
““There is a vast difference between sakshibhaav [being a witness; witnessing state] and Gnata-Drashta bhaav [Knower-Seer state]. Some saints may have attained sakshibhaav but they [still] have to make efforts to progress further. Despite sakshibhaav, their illusion [bhranti] has not gone. The ultimate state is the one of Gnata-Drashta.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Distinguishes between the witness state and the higher knower-seer state, noting that the former still contains illusion and requires further effort to reach true insight.
In simple terms: Witnessing alone isn’t enough.
Key Takeaway
Pursue deeper self‑knowledge.
Themes
spirituality
self‑realization
progress
Mood
instructive
philosophical
Type
spiritual
educational
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- self‑inquiry
- guidance sessions
Key Concepts
consciousness
illusion
inner growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices deepen your inner vision?
- How do you recognize lingering illusion?
A Different Perspective
Advancing beyond initial insight can be difficult.