The liberating Gift of Nothing

The liberating Gift of Nothing

The feeling of being nothing is the beginning of realising we know nothing. The moment we truly grasp that we know nothing, the inner listener and learner become more active, while the inner judge and our biases take a back seat. Remember, this state of humble emptiness is the starting point for knowing more than we ever thought possible. We should never hesitate to say, “I don’t know.” That admission is a reflection of wisdom, which is far superior to the knowledge we merely possess. Knowledge is like a cup of tea—finite and contained. Wisdom is like the boundless tea plantation—limitless and alive.

Quotes that deepen this theme:

· From Socrates: “The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.” This is the very foundation of honest inquiry and growth.

· From Jiddu Krishnamurti: “The ability to observe without evaluating is the highest form of intelligence.” This relates to allowing the "listener" to act without the immediate judgment of the "judge."

· From Taoist wisdom (in the spirit of the Tao Te Ching): “The usefulness of a pot comes from its emptiness.” This beautifully mirrors the idea that our value and capacity to learn come from our open, humble state of ‘not-knowing.’

M.L.Narendra Kumar

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