The mind is only a bundle of thoughts. The thoughts have their root in the I-thought. Whoever investigates the True “I” enjoys the stillness of bliss.
RAMANA MAHARSHI
RAMANA MAHARSHI
Ramana Maharshi on bliss
Ramana Maharshi233 quotes“The mind is only a bundle of thoughts. The thoughts have their root in the I-thought. Whoever investigates the True “I” enjoys the stillness of bliss.”
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