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“Seeking out causes is a pastime of the mind. There is no duality of cause and effect. Everything is its own cause.” quote by Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj
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“Seeking out causes is a pastime of the mind. There is no duality of cause and effect. Everything is its own cause.”

Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj

About This Quote

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

The mind creates narratives of cause, but reality is self‑causing and non‑dual.

In simple terms: Everything causes itself; no separate cause‑effect.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the self‑sufficient nature of existence.

Themes

philosophy nonduality mindfulness

Mood

contemplative calm

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • Meditation
  • self‑inquiry
  • psychology
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

Advaita self‑causation ontological unity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does seeing self‑causation change your responsibility?
  • Can you experience non‑duality in daily life?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook external influences that shape experience.

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