Teachings on Self-Realization from Annamalai Swami, Direct Disciple of Sri Ramana Maharshi

“If you can resist the impulse to claim each and every thought as your own, you will come to a startling conclusion…”

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Annamalai Swami, a direct disciple of the beloved Indian Sage Sri Ramana Maharshi, still remains a beacon of spiritual wisdom within our modern era. With timeless pointers deeply rooted in a non-dualistic school of thought, Annamalai Swami’s words beautifully convey for those around the world a fruitful blending of simplicity and depth.

Below, we shall delve into the very teachings that have guided countless seekers within and led to the astounding realization of that Eternal Self. The Self which transcends this ephemeral world and stands alone as the sole, undeniable Truth.

SELECTED TEACHINGS ON SELF-REALIZATION

• Know Thyself, stop identifying with the little self. If you can convince yourself that this little self is not me, it will just disappear.
• The little self is something which only appears to be real, if you understand that it has no real existence, it will disappear leaving behind it the experience of the real and only Self.