Siddhartha attains true happiness from "summary" of Siddharta by Hermann Hesse
Siddhartha had spent his entire life in pursuit of enlightenment, seeking wisdom from various teachers and experiencing different paths in his journey. However, despite his efforts, he found himself feeling unfulfilled and empty. It was not until he met a ferryman named Vasudeva that Siddhartha began to understand the true nature of happiness. Under Vasudeva's guidance, Siddhartha learned to listen to the river and embrace the present moment. He realized that true happiness could not be found in external sources or through intellectual pursuits, but rather in the simple act of being and connecting with the world around him. Siddhartha discovered that enlightenment was not a destination to be reached, but a state of being to be experienced in every moment. As Siddhartha continued to learn from Vasudeva and i...
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