What Is Craving (Taṇhā)?
The Buddha saw our deep dissatisfaction stems from craving (taṇhā), urging us to examine the inner habits that bind us in Buddhist practice.
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The Buddha saw our deep dissatisfaction stems from craving (taṇhā), urging us to examine the inner habits that bind us in Buddhist practice.
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