Advice Quote by George Saunders
“It really was something, to see Ram Bahadur Bomjon, apparently living without food or water. Before I went on that trip I'd asked advice on it from a very wise person who I love and revere - basically trying to see if I was somehow disrespecting Buddhism by trying to write about it, and also looking for some grounding on what stance to take ... and my friend said, "Well, why don't you just go and see?" And I hear that in my head all the time now: "Why don't you go and see?"”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2015
The author describes witnessing a man claiming to survive without sustenance, questioning respect for religious practice and personal curiosity.
In simple terms: Seeing a controversial figure raises ethical and spiritual questions.
Key Takeaway
Observe directly before judging.
Themes
ethics
spirituality
curiosity
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
reflective
philosophical
When to use this quote
- travel writing
- documentary filmmaking
- personal research
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Buddhism
asceticism
media scrutiny
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do observers have toward sacred traditions?
- How to balance skepticism with respect?
A Different Perspective
The claim may be a hoax or misinterpretation, challenging belief.
![“I think that tri [to Ram Bahadur Bomjon] was the first time I'd even seen something that made me think, or really feel: "Ah, I don't know what's really going on in the world - I think I do, and it feels like I do, but whatever is really going on is, de facto, beyond the scope of my comprehension…” quote by George Saunders](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/bc3/george-saunders-317_can-do_i-think-that-tri-to-ram-bahadur-bomjon-w_1355843.jpg)
