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Siddhartha learns from different teachers from "summary" of Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse
In his pursuit of enlightenment, Siddhartha sought guidance from various teachers, each offering their own wisdom and insights. From the ascetic Samanas, he learned the art of self-denial and discipline, pushing his body to its limits in search of spiritual truth. However, Siddhartha soon realized that this path did not lead him to the answers he sought. Turning to the teachings of the venerable Gautama, the Buddha, Siddhartha absorbed the philosophy of the Middle Way – the balance between indulgence and asceticism. Yet, even in the presence of the enlightened one, Siddhartha felt a sense of dissatisfaction lingering within him. He recognized that true enlightenment could not be imparted by another, but must be discovered from within. Departing from the Buddha a...
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