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George Oppen
George Oppen

George Oppen was an American poet known for his minimalist and direct style of poetry. His work often explores the relationship between the individual and society, as well as the essence of human existence. Oppen's poetry holds a significant place in 20th-century American literature and has had a profound influence on later poets. more

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“And I have known meditators filled with doubt and self-condemnation when the practice has been stormy. Practicing with our best effort during periods of crisis and personal struggle may not bring about spiritual highs. It may, however, bring something more important: a strengthening of the inner qualities that sustain a spiritual life for the long term: mindfulness, persistence, courage, compassion, humility, renunciation, discipline, concentration, faith*, acceptance, and kindness.”