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“Knowledge is the first obstacle of the mind that a meditator should be able to remove. We should not be too sure of anything.” quote by Thich Nhat Hanh
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““Knowledge is the first obstacle of the mind that a meditator should be able to remove. We should not be too sure of anything.””

Thich Nhat Hanh

About This Quote

The mind's certainty blocks true knowledge; meditation should free us from that obstacle.

In simple terms: Certainty blocks knowledge; meditation helps.

Key Takeaway

Practice humility in thought.

Themes

mindfulness philosophy spirituality

Mood

calm reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation practice
  • learning
  • self‑inquiry

Key Concepts

ego attachment certainty knowledge

Questions to Reflect On

  • What beliefs do you cling to?
  • How can meditation reveal hidden assumptions?
A Different Perspective

Overcoming certainty may be difficult.

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