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Quote by Frederick Lenz

“If a spiritual teacher says something that doesn't make sense to you, you should always listen to yourself and not the teacher. A little common sense would end all cults.”

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Frederick Lenz

Frederick Lenz was an American author known for his profound understanding and unique insights into Zen Buddhism. His works blended Zen philosophy with modern life, resonating with readers worldwide. more

“Many people claim to be liberated...it's an endless list! According to "moi", as Ms. Piggy would say, there are currently, on this earth, 12 beings who are self-realized. Eleven are men, one is a woman. Most of them are in the Far East, most of them you've never heard of and probably never will.”

People Men Self Earth Teacher Heard Claims East Lists Endless Enlightened Eleven Liberated Piggy

Author:Frederick Lenz

“The abuse of power manifests with phony spiritual teachers and phony gurus who tell you how to run your life and what to wear and what to eat, all that sort of stuff. They abuse. People don't realize that, listen to them and ruin their lives.”

People Running Spiritual Stuff Realizing Teacher Abuse Ruins Enlightened Guru Phony Abuse Of Power Spiritual Teachers

Author:Frederick Lenz

“Phony gurus make themselves objects of adoration and worship. Real spiritual teachers aren't interested in adoration and worship. They like respect only because they realize respect will help the student.”

Real Helping Spiritual Realizing Teacher Objects Students Worship Enlightened Guru Adoration Phony Spiritual Teachers

Author:Frederick Lenz

“Once in while a teacher may make a recommendation, it is usually after going through the basic Socratic method of trying to get people to figure it out themselves. A good teacher challenges your mind, your intellect, and your spirit.”

People Trying Mind May Spirit Challenges Teacher Figures Method Intellect Enlightened Good Teacher Recommendations Socratic

Author:Frederick Lenz