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“The word God, to me, is like the word enlightenment. It's become so corrupted by our ideas of what God is.”

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Gangaji, born as Gangadhar Chaudhuri, is an Indian author known for his profound philosophical thoughts and literary works. Born in 1942, his works blend traditional Indian philosophy with modern literary techniques, winning him a wide readership. more

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