Summary:
The book is a compilation of dialogues and teachings of the Indian sage Ramana Maharshi, focusing on the practice of self-inquiry to attain spiritual enlightenment. It presents his core philosophy that the true self, or Atman, can be realized by asking the question "Who am I?" and peeling away the layers of identity to reveal one's true nature.
Key points:
1. Self-Inquiry: Sri Ramana Maharshi's main teaching is self-inquiry, a meditation method focusing on understanding the true nature of the self, leading to enlightenment.
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