MingDao DengAll teachings are mere references. The true experience is living your own life. Then, even the holiest of words are only words.
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When they are mere references, everything is basically the same. When you read a book, you may learn something new, but the information is still the same. When you are living your life, things are different. Your experience matters more than anything else. If you are not living your life in this way, then what is the use of reading books? The words might be holy, but without action, they are worthless.
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