“We say that to 'give up all evil and to develop the good' is the heart of the Buddha's teaching. If we only make merit but have not stopped doing bad things, then we will never have a day of completion. It is like an overturned bowl which is left outside in the rain. Even if the water is falling right on it, it only touches the outside and not the inside. In this way the bowl will never get full.”
Quote by Ajahn Chah
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Ajahn Chah
Ajahn Chah (June 17, 1918 – January 16, 1992) was a renowned Thai Buddhist monk and meditation master in the Theravada tradition. Born in a rural village in Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand, he ordained as a monk at age 20 and studied under several teachers. Known for his simple, direct teaching style, he emphasized mindfulness and daily-life practice. He founded forest monasteries in Thailand and trained many Western disciples, spreading Buddhist meditation globally. His teachings continue to inspire seekers worldwide. more
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