Belief Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““Knowledge (gnan) is that which tells you ‘it is’ to ‘that what it is’ and ‘it is not’ to ‘that what is not’. And illusion (wrong belief) is that which tells you ‘it is’ to what ‘it is not’ and ‘it is not’ to what ‘it is’.””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Understanding Knowledge and Illusion, Dada Bhagwan, 1990
True knowledge distinguishes reality from illusion; false belief confuses the two.
In simple terms: Know what is real and what is not.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate discernment to see truth clearly.
Themes
philosophy
knowledge
illusion
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- critical thinking
- meditation
- education
- self‑inquiry
Key Concepts
epistemology
perception
truth vs. falsehood
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you test if a belief is true?
- What practices help you see beyond illusion?
A Different Perspective
Human perception is limited; bias can distort truth.
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