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97 – Twelve Pali Canon Suttas Every Buddhist Should Know – Part 1

The Zen Studies Podcast

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The Journey of the Buddha: From Asceticism to Enlightenment

The chapter explores the early years of Siddhartha Gautama, later known as the Buddha, as he transitions from a life of ascetic practices to profound enlightenment. It discusses his rejection of extreme fasting and his realization of the middle way, leading to his awakening and the formulation of the four noble truths. The narrative emphasizes the importance of personal realization and practice in achieving spiritual liberation through the noble eightfold path.

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