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“Once you understand that the false needs time and what needs time is false, you are nearer the Reality, which is timeless, ever in the NOW.” quote by Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj
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“Once you understand that the false needs time and what needs time is false, you are nearer the Reality, which is timeless, ever in the NOW.”

Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj

About This Quote

Recognizing that falsehoods require time to exist, while truth is beyond temporal constraints, brings one closer to an eternal present.

In simple terms: Truth transcends time; falsehoods are time-bound.

Key Takeaway

Time is a construct of illusion.

Themes

philosophy spirituality mindfulness ontology epistemology

Mood

contemplative serene insightful

Type

aphorism spiritual teaching

When to use this quote

  • meditative reflection
  • psychological insight
  • existential contemplation

Key Concepts

impermanence reality self-awareness

Practical Applications

  • mindfulness practice
  • philosophical discourse

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does recognizing the temporality of falsehood affect your daily decisions?
  • What practices help you experience the timeless now?
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