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“To believe that I could, at twenty-three, sacrifice history and culture for the Absolute was further proof that I had not understood India. My vocation was culture, not sainthood.”

Quote by Mircea Eliade

Book:Autobiography, Volume 1: 1907-1937, Journey East, Journey West

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Autobiography, Volume 1: 1907-1937, Journey East, Journey West

The book is a comprehensive account of the author's personal journey through various regions and cultures, reflecting on the transformative experiences that shaped their life and worldview. more

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Mircea Eliade was a Romanian historian of religion and a prominent figure in the study of comparative religion. Born on March 13, 1907, in Bucharest, Romania, he passed away on April 22, 1986. His research focused on the history of religions, with a particular interest in the role of myth and ritual in human societies. more

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Book:The Quest: History and Meaning in Religion

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