--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Upon completion of an in-depth study of…" description: "\"“Upon completion of an in-depth study of the four Vedas, what do the four Vedas themselves say? “This is not That, this is not That! The Soul (your rea..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/36f/dada-bhagwan-31_education_upon-completion-of-an-in-depth-study-of_1780036.jpg" --- # Upon completion of an in-depth study of the four Vedas… ![“Upon completion of an in-depth study of the four Vedas, what do the four Vedas themselves say? “This is not That, this is not That! The Soul (your real self) that you are searching is not in here. Go to a Gnani [the enlightened one] !” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/36f/dada-bhagwan-31_education_upon-completion-of-an-in-depth-study-of_1780036.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/36f/dada-bhagwan-31_education_upon-completion-of-an-in-depth-study-of_1780036.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/36f/dada-bhagwan-31_education_upon-completion-of-an-in-depth-study-of_1780036.jpg) > ““Upon completion of an in-depth study of the four Vedas, what do the four Vedas themselves say? “This is not That, this is not That! The Soul (your real self) that you are searching is not in here. Go to a Gnani \[the enlightened one\] !”” [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. The Vedas teach that the true self is beyond ordinary perception; seek guidance from an enlightened teacher rather than external texts. **In simple terms:** True self is beyond the Vedas; seek a teacher. Key Takeaway Look for inner guidance, not just textual study. Themes spirituality self‑discovery tradition Mood contemplative inquisitive Type philosophical spiritual When to use this quote - personal meditation - study groups - spiritual counseling Key Concepts Non‑dualism inner truth guru guidance Questions to Reflect On - Do you rely on external teachings or inner insight? - How can a guru help you beyond texts? 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