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“Are you looking for me? I am in the next seat. My shoulder is against yours. you will not find me in the stupas, not in Indian shrine rooms, nor in synagogues, nor in cathedrals: not in masses, nor kirtans, not in legs winding around your own neck, nor in eating nothing but vegetables. When you really look for me, you will see me instantly - you will find me in the tiniest house of time. Kabir says: Student, tell me, what is God? He is the breath inside the breath.”

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The Kabir book: forty-four of the ecstatic poems of Kabir

The Kabir book is a compilation of forty-four poems attributed to the Indian mystic Kabir. These poems explore themes of spiritual enlightenment, the nature of reality, and the quest for divine truth. They are considered to be a significant contribution to the literature of spiritual mysticism. more

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Kabir
Kabir

Kabir (1440-1518), a renowned Indian poet and mystic, is celebrated for his poetry that blends elements of Hinduism, Islam, and Sikhism. His works are known for their simplicity and depth, reflecting profound thoughts on the universe, life, and divinity. Kabir's poetry is cherished by the Indian people and has had a lasting impact on Indian literature and religion. more

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