Enlightenment is understanding oneself. The inner reality within.
This zen poem is so profound, yet so simple.
“before Enlightenment, cut wood, carry water; after Enlightenment, cut wood, carry water.”
After you reach enlightenment, you still do the same thing. So, what is the difference between the 1 who cuts wood without enlightenment and one who does it after?
thoughts...
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