Freedom Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““Maintaining self & non-self wisdom (judgment) of ‘this is Mine (of the True Self) and this is of the non-Self’ is the ultimate religion of moksha (liberation).””
About This Quote
Source Teaching: Moksha Teachings, 2009
Recognizing the distinction between self and non-self leads to liberation from ego and attachment.
In simple terms: Know self vs non-self for freedom.
Key Takeaway
Practice self‑awareness to achieve liberation.
Themes
spirituality
self‑knowledge
liberation
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- daily reflection
- ethical decisions
Key Concepts
non‑duality
ego
moksha
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify non‑self thoughts?
- What practices help maintain this awareness?
A Different Perspective
Self‑awareness can be difficult.
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