Quote by Aldous Huxley, found attributed

The spiritual journey does not consist of arriving at a new destination where a person gains what he did not have, or becomes what he is not. It consists in the dissipation of one's own ignorance concerning one's self and life, and gradual growth of that understanding, which begins a spiritual awakening. The finding of God is coming to one's self.

The spiritual journey does not consist of arriving at a new

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This quote highlights that the spiritual journey is not about reaching a new destination or acquiring something new, but rather, it involves a process of self-discovery and personal growth. It emphasizes the importance of letting go of ignorance and gaining a deeper understanding of oneself and life. The quote suggests that finding God is ultimately about finding one's true self, and this realization leads to a spiritual awakening.

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