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“To be a living being is not the ultimate state; there is something [the Reality] beyond, much more wonderful, which is neither being nor non-being, neither living nor not-living. It is a state of Pure Awareness, beyond the limitations of space and time.” quote by Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj
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“To be a living being is not the ultimate state; there is something [the Reality] beyond, much more wonderful, which is neither being nor non-being, neither living nor not-living. It is a state of Pure Awareness, beyond the limitations of space and time.”

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.

Describes a transcendent state beyond existence, pure awareness beyond space‑time.

In simple terms: There is a reality beyond being.

Key Takeaway

Seek awareness beyond material limits.

Themes

spirituality philosophy existence

Mood

calm reflective

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • meditation retreats
  • philosophical study
  • quiet contemplation

Key Concepts

non‑duality pure consciousness metaphysics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “pure awareness” feel like?
  • How can one practice beyond dualistic thinking?
A Different Perspective

Concept can be abstract and hard to experience.

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