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“Conventionally though, not realizing this [undifferentiable unity] is labeled "the phase of cyclic existence," while its realization, just as it is, [is called] "the attainment of Buddhahood." At this point, however, there is neither a conditioned nor an unconditioned substance or entity that is…” quote by Karl Brunnholzl
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““Conventionally though, not realizing this [undifferentiable unity] is labeled "the phase of cyclic existence," while its realization, just as it is, [is called] "the attainment of Buddhahood." At this point, however, there is neither a conditioned nor an unconditioned substance or entity that is attained, nor [is there] anybody or anything that is the attainer [of anything]. Therefore, [the Buddha] said that the mere exhaustion of mistakenness is liberation.””

Karl Brunnholzl

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Realizing non‑duality dissolves the illusion of self and liberation arises from ending mistaken views.

In simple terms: Seeing unity ends suffering.

Key Takeaway

Let go of mistaken self‑concepts.

Themes

Buddhism non‑duality liberation

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • meditation practice
  • ethical living
  • counseling
  • education

Key Concepts

emptiness mindfulness wisdom

Questions to Reflect On

  • What mistaken views limit you?
  • How can you experience non‑duality?
A Different Perspective

Such insight can be abstract and hard to apply daily.

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