Knowledge Quote by Thich Nhat Hanh
““Knowledge is the first obstacle of the mind that a meditator should be able to remove. We should not be too sure of anything.””
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.
Practice humility in thought.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- learning
- self‑inquiry
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs do you cling to?
- How can meditation reveal hidden assumptions?
Overcoming certainty may be difficult.