One should become aware of oneself, indivisible, and perfect; free from identification with all things transient, such as one's body, functions, mind, and the sense of being the doer, for all these are the product of ignorance. (Adi Shankara)

One should become aware of oneself, indivisible, and perfect; free from identification with all things transient, such as one's body, functions, mind, and the sense of being the doer, for all these are the product of ignorance.

Adi Shankara

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