The essence of Vedanta is that there is but one Being and that every soul is that Being in full, not a part of that Being.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Vedanta teaches every soul is the whole Being, not a part.
- In plain terms
- You are not a piece of God. You are God fully.
- What can you take from it?
- Realize you are the whole, not a part.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you a part or the whole?
- What does that mean for fear?
Another view
This view conflicts with traditions emphasizing separation.
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