The “I” thought is said to be the sum total of all thoughts. The source of the “I” thought has to be inquired into.
RAMANA MAHARSHI
RAMANA MAHARSHI
Ramana Maharshi on ego
Ramana Maharshi233 quotes“The “I” thought is said to be the sum total of all thoughts. The source of the “I” thought has to be inquired into.”
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