“Suttas are not meant to be 'sacred scriptures' that tell us what to believe. One should read them, listen to them, think about them, contemplate them, and investigate the present reality, the present experience with them. Then, and only then, can one insightfully know the truth beyond words.”
Quote by Ajahn Sumedho
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Ajahn Sumedho
Ajahn Sumedho, originally named John Dabney, is a British-born Buddhist monk born on July 27, 1934. He traveled to Thailand in the 1960s and underwent rigorous Buddhist training. Ajahn Sumedho is known for his deep research and practice in Buddhist meditation, and he has promoted Buddhist meditation in the Western world, establishing meditation centers in several countries. more
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