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“What is enquiry into the Truth? It is the firm conviction that the Self is real, and all, other than That, is unreal.”

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Adi Shankara
Adi Shankara

Adi Shankara, an influential Indian philosopher active from 788 to 820 AD, is considered one of the most important thinkers in the history of Indian philosophy. His ideas profoundly impacted Indian philosophy, logic, and theology. more

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