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Smaller than the smallest, greater than the greatest — the Self is hidden in the heart of every creature. Free from desire, one sees the glory of the Self by the grace of the Creator.
HinduTeachingGod RealisationSelf KnowledgeSanskrit
Katha Upanishad 1.2.20

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Hindu
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Katha Upanishad
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Katha Upanishad
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KU.1.2.20
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