“ All activities are carried out by the three modes of material nature. But in ignorance, the soul, deluded by false identification with the body, thinks itself to be the doer. ”
Source: Bhagavad Gita 3:27
Categories: Nature Philosophy Soul Ignorance Spirituality Body Bhagavad gita
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