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Ajahn Brahm Podcast
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The Balance Between Knowledge and Control in Spiritual Practice
This chapter explores the distinction between the 'knower' and the 'doer' in spirituality, emphasizing the importance of calming the 'doer' through meditation. It also presents an intriguing example from Israel, where a doctor's strike unexpectedly resulted in a drop in the death rate, demonstrating how the desire for control can sometimes worsen situations.
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