Quote by Bodhidharma

Only one person in a million becomes enlightened without a teacher's help.

Only one person in a million becomes enlightened without a t

Summary

This quote suggests that the journey to enlightenment is seldom achieved without the guidance and assistance of a teacher. It implies that only a rare individual, one in a million, possesses the innate qualities or experiences the necessary circumstances to attain enlightenment without any external guidance or instruction. This emphasizes the significance of teachers, mentors, or spiritual guides in facilitating and precipitating moments of enlightenment for the majority of individuals on their path to self-realization and enlightenment.

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By Bodhidharma

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