Action Quote by Jean Klein
“Liberation does not concern the person, for liberation is freedom from the person. Basically the disciple and teacher are identical. Both are the timeless axis of all action and preception. The only difference is that one 'knows' himself for what he is while the other does not. The idea of being a person, an ego, is nothing other than an image held together by memory.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Path of Liberation, 1995
Liberation is freedom from personal identity; the self and teacher are the same timeless presence.
In simple terms: Freedom from ego; self and teacher are identical.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the illusion of ego.
Themes
spirituality
philosophy
identity
ego
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation retreats
- philosophical study groups
- personal introspection
- creative arts
Key Concepts
non-duality
self-realization
perception theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “knowing oneself” truly mean?
- How can one practice non-attachment?
A Different Perspective
Ego dissolution can be unsettling for many.
