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Meditation depends upon the strength of mind. It must be unceasing even when one is engaged in work. Particular time for it is meant for novices.

Ramana Maharshi

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Ramana Maharshi
Age: 70 †
Born: 1879
Born: December 31
Died: 1950
Died: April 14
Philosopher
Writer
Upon
Novices
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Engaged
Even
Yoga
Work
Meant
Mind
Meditation
Time
Depends
Strength
Particular
Unceasing

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