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Knowing Quote by Ajahn Sumedho

“A new day is here. Yesterday is a memory. Tomorrow is unknown. Now is the knowing.” quote by Ajahn Sumedho
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“A new day is here. Yesterday is a memory. Tomorrow is unknown. Now is the knowing.”

Ajahn Sumedho

About This Quote

Source Sutra: Teachings of Ajahn Sumedho, 1990s

Each day offers a fresh start; past is memory, future unknown, present is awareness.

In simple terms: Live now, let go of past and future.

Key Takeaway

Focus on present awareness.

Themes

mindfulness impermanence presence acceptance

Mood

calm reflective grounded

Type

spiritual practical

When to use this quote

  • meditation practice
  • daily routines
  • stress management
  • creative work

Key Concepts

temporal awareness non-attachment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you honor yesterday while staying present?
  • What practices help you stay aware now?
A Different Perspective

Living only in the present can ignore valuable lessons from past and future planning.

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