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#  Dehabhaav (the belief that 'this is my body') has to be…

![“Dehabhaav (the belief that 'this is my body') has to be cleared entirely. Manobhaav (the belief that 'this is my mind') has to be cleared entirely. Vanibhaav (the belief that 'this my speech') has to be cleared entirely. The entire dehadhyas (the belief that 'I am the body') has to be cleared.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/811/dada-bhagwan-31_belief-that-i-am-the_dehabhaav-the-belief-that-this-is-my-bod_354538.jpg)   [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/811/dada-bhagwan-31_belief-that-i-am-the_dehabhaav-the-belief-that-this-is-my-bod_354538.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/811/dada-bhagwan-31_belief-that-i-am-the_dehabhaav-the-belief-that-this-is-my-bod_354538.jpg)

> ““Dehabhaav (the belief that 'this is my body') has to be cleared entirely. Manobhaav (the belief that 'this is my mind') has to be cleared entirely. Vanibhaav (the belief that 'this my speech') has to be cleared entirely. The entire dehadhyas (the belief that 'I am the body') has to be cleared.””

[Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/dada-bhagwan/)

## About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He teaches that all identity constructs—body, mind, speech—must be transcended for true liberation.

**In simple terms:** Clear all self‑identities.

Key Takeaway

Practice self‑inquiry.

Themes

spirituality non‑attachment self‑realization

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

- meditation
- daily reflection
- teaching sessions
- group retreats

Key Concepts

ego dissolution consciousness studies

Questions to Reflect On

- What identity holds you back?
- How can you observe thoughts without attachment?

A Different Perspective

Hard to sustain without guidance.

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