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Body Quote by Ramana Maharshi

“As instruments for knowing the objects, the sense organs are outside, and so they are called outer senses; and the mind is called the inner sense because it is inside. But the distinction between inner and outer is only with reference to the body; in truth, there is neither inner nor outer. The…” quote by Ramana Maharshi
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“As instruments for knowing the objects, the sense organs are outside, and so they are called outer senses; and the mind is called the inner sense because it is inside. But the distinction between inner and outer is only with reference to the body; in truth, there is neither inner nor outer. The mind's nature is to remain pure like ether.”

Ramana Maharshi

About This Quote

The distinction between outer senses (body) and inner sense (mind) is illusory; true nature of mind is pure and beyond duality.

In simple terms: Mind is pure, beyond inner/outer distinction.

Key Takeaway

Seek to experience mind's pure nature beyond sensory labels.

Themes

mindfulness philosophy duality purity perception

Mood

contemplative calm

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • self‑inquiry
  • philosophical study
  • psychotherapy

Key Concepts

non‑dualism consciousness spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you notice the mind's purity in daily life?
  • What does “inner” vs “outer” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

The concept may be abstract for practical daily use without guidance.

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