Body Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““You' yourself are the absolute Self (Parmatma), but You have not realized, 'Who you are.' That is why one says, "I am a woman." A woman is in fact a packing, a donkey is a packing, a dog is a packing, everything is a packing. One believes the packing to be One's real form.””
About This Quote
Source Spiritual Teaching: Discourses of Dada Bhagwan, 1990s
The self is the true, unchanging essence, but we identify with temporary roles and forms, mistaking them for our real nature.
In simple terms: We forget our true self, seeing ourselves as roles.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the inner Self beyond external identities.
Themes
spirituality
identity
self‑realization
Mood
contemplative
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- psychotherapy
- spiritual counseling
- daily self‑inquiry
Key Concepts
non‑duality
ego
perception
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of yourself do you label as “packing”?
- How can you experience your true Self beyond roles?
A Different Perspective
The concept of “packing” may oversimplify complex identities.
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