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The Upanishads in the light of Sri Aurobindo

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commented by Vladimir on Sep 16, 2008

The Myth of Katha Upanishad about the interaction of Nachiketas with Yama and receiving the three boons from Yama is one of the Vedic Myths of Immortality.

It has a profound symbolism which requires unpacking.

All your thoughts are welcome.

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