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Here’s a table summarizing key quotes and teachings from the article on Advaita Vedanta:

Concept Quote Explanation
Ultimate Reality "Sarvam Khalvidam Brahma" (Chandogya Upanishad) Everything is Brahman; the ultimate reality is formless, infinite, and all-pervading.
Non-Duality "Brahman alone is real, the world is an illusion, and the individual self is none other than Brahman." (Adi Shankaracharya) The world is an illusion (Maya), and the true self is the same as the ultimate reality, Brahman.
Inclusivity of Religions "As people approach Me, so do I accept them; all paths, O Arjuna, lead to Me." (Bhagavad Gita 4.11) All religious paths ultimately lead to the same truth, emphasizing respect for diverse spiritual practices.
Unity in Diversity "Ekam Sat Vipra Bahudha Vadanti" (Rig Veda) Truth is one; the wise express it in many ways, symbolizing the unity within religious diversity.
Role of Religious Experience "As many faiths, so many paths." (Sri Ramakrishna) All religions are valid paths leading to the same spiritual realization.
Non-Duality and Self Inquiry "There are not two selves. The real self is only one." (Ramana Maharshi) The true self is singular, and realizing it transcends religious forms and reveals oneness.
Oneness Beyond Religions "Truth is one, and eternal. Realize oneness with it in your deathless self within." (Paramahansa Yogananda) Spiritual realization transcends sectarianism, pointing toward the unity of all paths.
Essence of Compassion "Love is our true essence. Religions are like rivers flowing to the same ocean of love." (Amma) Spiritual realization is rooted in love, the essence of all religions.
Unity and Personal Growth "Religion is the science of the individual’s total growth." (Swami Chinmayananda) All religions aim to help individuals grow spiritually, ultimately revealing the unity underlying all paths.
Philosophy of Harmony "When we realize our original nature of peace and purity, we understand that all souls are one." (BK Shivani) The realization of our inner peace helps transcend divisions, fostering unity and compassion.
Beyond Concepts and Language "The search for reality is the most dangerous of all undertakings, for it destroys the world in which you live." (Nisargadatta Maharaj) The quest for truth transcends all conceptual boundaries and dissolves illusions that veil the one truth.
Final Truth "Om Purnamadah Purnamidam Purnat Purnamudachyate" (Mundaka Upanishad) The ultimate truth is complete and all-encompassing, underlying all existence.

This table captures the key points about Advaita Vedanta's view of religious diversity, unity, and the non-dual nature of reality.

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