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“That deep silence has a melody of its own, a sweetness unknown amid the harsh discords of the world's sounds.”

Quote by Paul Brunton

Book:Advanced contemplation: The peace within you

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Advanced contemplation: The peace within you

This book explores various contemplative techniques aimed at fostering peace and tranquility within the reader's mind and spirit. more

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Paul Brunton was a British journalist and writer known for his interest in Eastern philosophy and mysticism. His works, such as 'A Search in Secret India' and 'The Quest of the Overself', had a profound impact on the Western world in the mid-20th century. more

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Book:The Notebooks of Paul Brunton: The ego. From birth to rebirth

Source: The Notebooks of Paul Brunton: The ego. From birth to rebirth

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