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Nov 2024
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#1258 - Why Buddha’s Closest Disciple Di...

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A story of Gautama the Buddha's elder cousin and closest disciple, Anandateertha. Sadhguru explains that despite constantly being in Buddha's physical proximity, Anandateertha did not get enlightened, to elucidate that proximity does not decide Guru's grace. Rather one's receptivity is what matters. Set the context for a joyful, exuberant day with a short, p ... Show More
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