The one who recognizes the uncertainty of phenomena is the Dharma within you.
AJAHN CHAHTo the birds, the fruit may be sweet or sour or whatever. The birds say sweet or they say sour, but from the tree’s point of view, this is just the chattering of birds.
More Ajahn Chah Quotes
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We say that to ‘give up all evil and to develop the good’ is the heart of the Buddha’s teaching.
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The heart of the path is quite easy.
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Isn’t it wonderful how the sky can take that dirty water and change it into pure, clean water? Your mind can do the same with your defilements if you let it.
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If we want to really see the Buddha, we should observe his virtuous qualities.
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You are your own teacher. Looking for teachers can’t solve your own doubts.
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Another man understands that nature of the river is to change constantly, regardless of his likes and dislikes, and therefore he does not suffer.
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All kinds of wonderful, rare animals will come to drink at the pool, and you will clearly see the nature of all things.
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Do not try to become anything. Do not make yourself into anything. Do not be a meditator. Do not become enlightened.
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To the birds, the fruit may be sweet or sour or whatever. The birds say sweet or they say sour, but from the tree’s point of view, this is just the chattering of birds.
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The forest is peaceful, why aren’t you? You hold on to things causing your confusion. Let nature teach you.
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Your only job is to stay in your seat. You will see it all arise and pass, and out of this, wisdom and understanding will come.
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Why are we born? We are born so that we will not have to be born again.
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Once you understand non-self, then the burden of life is gone. You’ll be at peace with the world. When we see beyond self, we no longer cling to happiness and we can truly be happy.
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What’s so great about brightness? My flashlight has it. It can’t help us rid ourselves of our suffering.
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Where does peace arise? Peace arises whenever we let something go.
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