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Quote by U.G. Krishnamurti

“There is nothing there - no soul - there is only this question about after death. The question has to die now to find the answer - your answer; not my answer - because the question is born out of the assumption, the belief, that there is something to continue after death.”

Quote by U.G. Krishnamurti

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U.G. Krishnamurti
U.G. Krishnamurti

U.G. Krishnamurti was an Indian writer and philosopher known for his profound philosophical thoughts and unique existentialist views. His works mainly focused on themes such as human consciousness, self-awareness, and freedom, which had a profound impact on contemporary philosophy and psychology. more

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