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Even the gods had doubts about this, O Death, and you yourself say it is not easy to know. A teacher like you is not to be found again. No other boon can equal this one.
HinduTeachingKnowledgeSelf KnowledgeSanskrit
Katha Upanishad 1.1.22

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Katha Upanishad
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Katha Upanishad
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KU.1.1.22
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