The normal self is the mind. The mind is with limitations. But pure Consciousness is beyond limitations, and is reached by investigation into the “I.”
RAMANA MAHARSHI
RAMANA MAHARSHI
Ramana Maharshi on consciousness
Ramana Maharshi233 quotes“The normal self is the mind. The mind is with limitations. But pure Consciousness is beyond limitations, and is reached by investigation into the “I.””
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