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“Our modern Western culture only recognises the first of these, freedom of desires. It then worships such a freedom by enshrining it at the forefront of national constituitions and bills of human rights. One can say that the underlying creed of most Western democracies is to protect their people's freedom to realise their desires, as far as this is possible. It is remarkable that in such countries people do not feel very free. The second kind of freedom, freedom from desires, is celebrated only in some religious communities. It celebrates contentment, peace that is free from desires.”

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Ajahn Brahm, whose full name is Brahm Avamukha, is a renowned Thai monk and Buddhist teacher. Born on August 7, 1951, he developed a keen interest in Buddhism from a young age. Ajahn Brahm received rigorous monastic training in Thailand and moved to Australia in 1982, becoming a significant figure in the local Buddhist community. Known for his wisdom and compassion, he is dedicated to spreading Buddhist teachings and helping people find inner peace. more

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