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gaté gaté, para gaté, parasam gaté, boji sowa ka…

“gaté gaté, para gaté, parasam gaté, boji sowa ka . . . These words are actually in some ancient Indian language71 and not even Japanese, but Jiko told me they means something like this: gone gone, gone beyond, gone completely beyond, awakened, hurray . . . I” quote by Ruth Ozeki
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““gaté gaté, para gaté, parasam gaté, boji sowa ka . . . These words are actually in some ancient Indian language71 and not even Japanese, but Jiko told me they means something like this: gone gone, gone beyond, gone completely beyond, awakened, hurray . . . I””

Ruth Ozeki

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

The chant illustrates transcendence beyond ordinary perception, urging awakening to deeper reality.

In simple terms: Words evoke moving beyond the ordinary.

Key Takeaway

Seek moments of profound awareness.

Themes

spirituality awakening language

Mood

contemplative inspired

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • creative writing
  • cultural study
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

transcendence mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this chant resonate with your inner journey?
  • What does “gone beyond” mean to you?
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Interpretation may vary across cultures, limiting universal meaning.

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