To have 'Known' means that dehadhyas (the belief that 'I…
““To have 'Known' means that dehadhyas (the belief that 'I am the body') goes away. But in this case, dehadhyas has not gone and one has the intoxication of 'I know'; so what will become of him?””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Knowing oneself involves shedding the belief that the self is merely the body, yet the sense of 'I know' persists, leading to a paradoxical state.
In simple terms: Self‑knowledge requires letting go of body identification, but the ego still claims certainty.
Key Takeaway
Question the ego’s claim to knowledge.
Themes
spirituality
identity
knowledge
paradox
ego
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
mystical
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- psychotherapy
- personal growth
- teaching sessions
Key Concepts
non‑duality
self‑realization
philosophical inquiry
Questions to Reflect On
- How does clinging to bodily identity limit awareness?
- Can you experience knowing without the ego’s voice?
A Different Perspective
The concept may be too abstract for some readers.