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“How many times have you tried to solve “the problem”? you’ll be trying to solve it not just until you die but for many more lifetimes. Instead, understand that this world is just the play of the senses. It’s the five khandhas doing their thing; it has nothing to do with you. It’s just people being people, the world being the world.”

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Ajahn Brahm
Ajahn Brahm

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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