Does the illusion of ego and world exist -- even as illusion?

What is the real status of illusion (maya) in the framework of enlightenment and self-realization? Is it true that the world and the ego appear to be, but are in fact nothing but the Self? Or is that a simplification for seekers?

What is the real status of illusion (maya) in the framework of enlightenment and self-realization? Is it true that the world and the ego appear to be, but are in fact nothing but the Self? Or is that a simplification for seekers? More at https://www.siftingtothetruth.com/ Donate at https://donorbox.org/contribute-to-the-spiritual-mission