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# Abhinavagupta

(0950–1020)   Philosopher

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Abhinavagupta was a philosopher.

## Quick Facts About Abhinavagupta

Born January 1, 0950

Died January 1, 1020

Profession Philosopher

## About Abhinavagupta

Indian philosopher and writer (c.950–1016)... \| Abhinavagupta was a philosopher, mystic and aesthetician from Kashmir. He was also considered an influential musician, poet, dramatist, exegete, theologian, and logician – a polymathic personality who exercised strong influences on Indian culture.

##  Quotes by Abhinavagupta

> [The ultimate Consciousness is always present everywhere. It is beyond space and time, with not before or after. It is undeniable and…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/abhinavagupta/the-ultimate-consciousness-is-always-present-everywhere-it-is-beyond/)

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[Consciousness](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/consciousness/)

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> [Straight away, remove yourself from the field of spiritual progression , stay away from contemplation and skillful discourse, do not do research…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/abhinavagupta/straight-away-remove-yourself-from-the-field-of-spiritual-progression/)

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[Absolutes](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/absolutes/)

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> [Drama is like a dream, it is not real, but it is really felt.](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/abhinavagupta/drama-is-like-a-dream-it-is-not-real-but-it-is-really-felt/)

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[Drama](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/drama/)

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> [Absolute consciousness is manifest here in every circumstance of daily life because it is everywhere full and perfect. Consciousness is said to…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/abhinavagupta/absolute-consciousness-is-manifest-here-in-every-circumstance-of/)

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[Causes](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/causes/)

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