Is there any sex-distinction in the Atman (Self)? Out with the differentiation between man and woman-all is Atman! Give up the identification with the body, and stand up!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The true self has no gender distinctions. Identifying with the body limits spiritual understanding.
- In plain terms
- There is no male or female in the soul; stop identifying with physical bodies.
- What can you take from it?
- Look beyond physical differences to see the shared essence in all.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do I let gender shape my views?
- What is my deeper identity?
Another view
Physical differences still matter in practical social contexts.
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