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Cessation of suffering is attainable from "summary" of What the Buddha Taught by Walpola Rahula
The core of Buddhist teaching revolves around the understanding that suffering is an intrinsic aspect of life. However, it is essential to recognize that this suffering is not an unchangeable state. The Buddha elucidated that through the practice of the Eightfold Path, individuals can transcend their suffering and attain a state of peace and liberation. The Four Noble Truths serve as the foundation for this journey. The first truth acknowledges the existence of suffering, while the second identifies the origin of this suffering, which is often rooted in desire and attachment. By understanding these truths, one can begin to unravel the complexities of their own experiences and see how attachments lead to suffering. As practitioners cultivate wisdom through right unde...
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