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“When you become responsive to the solicitations of silence, you may be called to explore the invitation. This exploration is a kind of laboratory. You may sit and observe the coming and going of perceptions. You remain present to them but do not follow them. Following a thought is what maintains it. If you remain present without becoming an accomplice, agitation slows down through lack of fuel. In the absence of agitation you are taken by the resonance of stillness.”

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Book:Who Am I?: The Sacred Quest
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Who Am I?: The Sacred Quest

This book delves into the profound questions of human existence, examining the nature of self and the quest for spiritual understanding. more

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Jean Klein
Jean Klein

Jean Klein was a renowned spiritual teacher, born in October 1912 and passed away on February 22, 1998. His teachings, known for their profound insights and concise expression, have influenced countless individuals seeking spiritual growth. more

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