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Buddhist Story: Enlightenment from the Flowing Water At the fringes of a serene town, there lived an aged monk of great wisdom. He often sat by the riverbank, gazing at the babbling stream as if engaging in a dialogue with nature itself. One day, a troubled youth with a melancholy expression approached, his eyes filled with the confusion of life's enigmas. "Master," he asked, "why is the path of life fraught with thorns and hardships?" The old monk gently extended his hand, letting his fingertips lightly touch the water's surface. The current flowed around his fingers, unperturbed, continuing its journey forward, clear and resolute. In a measured tone, he replied, "Young one, observe this flowing water. It detours around stones and cascades over cliffs, yet never loses its purity nor the pace of its advancement. Life is akin to this. Suffering and setbacks, like the stones and cliffs on the path, are inevitable. Yet, it is these very trials that forge our resilience and wisdom. With compassion in our hearts and wisdom as our vessel, we can brave the winds and waves, ultimately reaching the shore of our souls, where we will find that inner clarity and freedom." A glimmer of understanding flickered in the youth's eyes as he listened, and with a renewed sense of determination and tranquility, he embarked on the journey of life, more steadfast and poised than before.
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