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“We dig a well and create a huge pit. The space in the pit or well has not been created by us. We have just removed the earth which was filling the space there. The space was there then and is also there now.”

Quote by Ramana Maharshi

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Ramana Maharshi

Ramana Maharshi, a mystic and philosopher from India, was born on December 30, 1879, and passed away on April 14, 1950. He is considered one of the greatest spiritual teachers of modern India, known for his concise and profound teachings and his inner spiritual experiences. more

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