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Lalleshwari (Lal Ded)

6 key ideas, each explained in our own words.

Lal Ded: Vakhs

IDEA 1
Searching outside, finding within
The 14th-century Kashmiri mystic Lal Ded wandered far looking for the divine, then found it in her own self. The search ends where it began.
IDEA 2
Beyond names and labels
Kashmiri Hindus and Muslims alike revere her, some as Lalleshwari, others as Lalla Arifa. Her verses point to a truth beyond labels.
IDEA 3
Free of others' judgement
She left an unhappy household life and became a wandering mystic, unconcerned with mockery or praise. Inner freedom can mean outer courage.

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